Philosophy, Adjunct Faculty

University of Saint Joseph•West Hartford, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Saint Joseph is seeking qualified applicants to serve as part-time adjunct faculty within the Department of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies. The department is actively recruiting several adjunct faculty to teach an introductory course in Philosophy, specifically PHILOSOPHY 120 (Discovering Philosophy). This course provides an introduction to basic questions, methods of philosophy, and how various people and cultures have addressed these questions. The department offers B.S. and M.S. degrees.

Requirements

Master's degree or higher in the discipline of Philosophy or related field when teaching undergraduate courses. Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution.
Prior teaching experience strongly preferred.
Commitment to the mission of the University of Saint Joseph
Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Teach 3-6 credits designated as contact time with the students.
Prepare lectures, projects, homework, assessments, and other student assignments that align with the course syllabus.
Grade all student assignments in a timely manner and provide appropriate feedback to students to promote academic success.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours; Adjunct must be available a minimum of one additional hour per week, either in-person or virtually, to provide support to students.
Attend program/department meetings as requested.
Demonstrate knowledge of the current methods and practices for teaching college-level courses; present qualified and clear instruction related to the course subject.
Learn and utilize technology offered at USJ to facilitate teaching.
Meet all designated class periods in the semester as dictated by the academic calendar.
Submit mid-semester and final grades to the Registrar's Office within required time-frames, leave all course records with the department chairperson upon completion of the course.
Provide a supportive atmosphere for student success.