Limited Term Adjunct Instructor (Multiple Positions)

The University of Arizona • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

The Department of Disability and Psychoeducational Studies at the University of Arizona is seeking qualified educators for non-tenure-track, limited-term adjunct instructor positions teaching part-time during the academic year. Teaching assignments and schedules depend on departmental needs and course availability. Courses may be taught online, in person, or in a hybrid format. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Instructors teach undergraduate or graduate courses as assigned, plan and deliver instruction, develop course materials, assess student work, and provide timely, constructive feedback. Depending on the assignment, instructors may support experiential learning such as field experiences, practica, and internships. They collaborate with department faculty and staff, community partners, and other stakeholders, and participate in required course, program, or departmental activities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent graduate-level preparation in disability studies, psychoeducational studies, education, educational psychology, special education, counseling, school psychology, Deaf Studies, educational interpreting, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated professional experience in one or more relevant areas, such as counseling, special education, school psychology, educational interpreting, or Deaf Studies.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching, training, supervision, or instruction in higher education or a comparable professional setting.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering engaging instruction for students with varied backgrounds, experiences, and learning needs.
• Demonstrated experience using learning-management systems and instructional technology, as required by the assigned course.
• Ability to use effective and engaging higher-education instructional strategies that support varied student learning needs.
• Ability to support students with varied backgrounds and experiences in their academic and professional development.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to reflective practice, continuous professional development, and student success.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and to share instructional strategies and materials.
• Ability to acquire and apply the knowledge and skills necessary to serve as an effective instructor.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree or significant progress toward a doctorate in a relevant field.
• College or university teaching experience, preferably in disability and psychoeducational studies.
• Experience teaching online, in person, and/or in hybrid courses.
• Experience developing course materials, assessments, and other instructional resources.
• Professional licensure, certification, or specialized credentials relevant to the assigned course or area of instruction.
• Experience supervising students in practicum, internship, field placement, clinical, or other experiential-learning settings.
• Experience working with varied learners and communities, including students with disabilities.
• Evidence of professional development, scholarly activity, or current professional practice in a relevant discipline.
• For specialized assignments such as Deaf Studies or educational interpreting, proficiency and current experience in the applicable content area, including ASL skills or interpreting credentials when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate or graduate courses in the Department of Disability and Psychoeducational Studies, based on departmental needs and the instructor’s qualifications.
• Plan and deliver instruction, including lectures, activities, assignments, and assessments.
• Develop and maintain course materials in accordance with program and university expectations.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Support students in field experiences, practica, internships, or other experiential learning activities, as applicable.
• Collaborate with DPS faculty, staff, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Use effective and engaging instructional practices to support varied student learning needs.
• Participate in required course, program, or departmental meetings and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level