Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) instructors at Villanova University – Villanova, Pennsylvania

Villanova University
Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) instructors

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Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number:2019677FPosition Title:Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) instructorsPosition Type:FacultyLocation:Villanova, PARecruitment Type:Internal/External ApplicantsWork Schedule:part-time/9-monthsDepartment:129-A&S Office for Undergraduate StudentsPosition Summary:Adjunct Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) instructors, in close and ongoing collaboration with the Director of Professional Development and Assistant Director of Professional Development, teach one-credit Professional Development courses to liberal arts and sciences undergraduate students. Professional Development strives to provide a myriad of opportunities and options for all students of all backgrounds and identities to help them enhance vital professional and career readiness skills, which include critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, so that they are equipped to build a meaningful and fulfilling professional life.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.Duties and Responsibilities:Teach courses through the Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) one-credit course program as assigned by the Director of Professional Development;

Teach students how to create a professional résumé, research internships and professional positions, conduct an informational interview, answer job interview questions, network with alumni, and create a professional development plan.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree required;

Two (2) to five (5) years experience is coaching, mentoring, and developing diverse students from a variety of different backgrounds in educational settings.

Progressive and forward-thinking professional and teacher who cares deeply about the professional development of students and their ability to make informed professional decisions.

Demonstrated strong communication, interpersonal, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Willingness to connect with undergraduate students and support them on their professional development journey.Preferred Qualifications:Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Special Message to Applicants:Posting Date:03/24/2025Closing Date (11:59pm ET):Salary Posting Information: CompetitiveSalary Band:N/AJob Classification:facultyReferences Needed References Needed Minimum Number of References Needed3Maximum Number of References Needed3Supplemental Questions

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