Adjunct Instructor - Portuguese

Utah Valley University • Main Campus - Orem, UT

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About The Position

Utah Valley University seeks adjunct applicants to teach Portuguese in the Department of Languages. The successful candidate will design and teach Portuguese courses and carry out related instructional, student-support, recordkeeping, and program duties. Responsibilities may include planning and preparing courses according to approved curricula and measurable objectives; preparing instructional materials; teaching and supervising students in classrooms and laboratories; evaluating learning; and maintaining accurate student records. The instructor will collaborate with counselors, department leadership, faculty, and staff, follow academic freedom and professional responsibility policies, and maintain safe classroom and laboratory conditions.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in the subject matter from an accredited college or university, or a bachelor’s degree and two years of teaching or closely related professional experience.
• Extensive knowledge of the subject matter and course content to be taught, instructional strategies and techniques, student management, motivation and evaluation, and evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, and program development and evaluation.
• Thorough knowledge of the appropriate field of study and counseling and advising techniques.
• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
• Skill in public speaking and report writing.
• Ability to apply general principles effectively to specific conditions, follow written and oral procedures and instructions, and work effectively with people.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses in Portuguese.
• Plan, prepare, and follow an approved course of study with measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepare instructional materials, including course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets, as needed.
• Instruct, manage, and supervise individuals and groups in classrooms and laboratories using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluate instruction and learning using appropriate testing methods.
• Maintain a student-oriented approach to education.
• Recommend students for advancement and graduation.
• Maintain and submit accurate, current records and reports concerning student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
• Coordinate cooperative work experience programs and students as assigned.
• Assist counselors, the department chairperson and/or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Follow academic freedom and professional responsibility policies.
• Maintain desirable and safe laboratory and classroom conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level