Adjunct Faculty – Designing and Teaching Courses, VUnited Scholars Program, College of Professional Studies in Villanova, Pennsylvania at Villanova University

Villanova University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to support a residential certificate designed for highly motivated young adults with learning challenges and other special needs, and will focus on academic, vocational, and spiritual development. We are seeking qualified individuals to design the curriculum and/or teach in this new program.

Topics will vary over time but may include the following:

o Computer and Internet Safety
o Current Events
o Oral and Written Communication
o Workplace Etiquette
o Healthy Lifestyle and Fitness
o Personal Growth
o Adult Sexuality
o Personal Finance
o Introduction to Human Services
o Vocational Skills, Interviewing, Resume Writing
o Introduction to the Medical World
o Introduction to the Legal System
o Consumer Education
o Cooking and Food Lab
o Introduction to Geriatric Studies
o Religious Studies, Practices, Matters of Faith
o Social Issues for People with Special Needs
o Art, Creative Writing, and Film

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

• Develop and administer substantive course content.
• Develop and administer assignments and other activities that accurately assess the students’ learning and provide timely feedback on any such assignments.
• Create a syllabus that meets Program and CPS requirements.
• Prepare and submit accurate attendance rosters, student grades, book orders, leave reports, and/or other assigned documents when due.
• Learn and effectively utilize CPS digital resources such as Blackboard and Novasis to administer tests, record attendance, and submit grades.
• Hold classes on time and for the full duration of the published class time.
• Conduct in a professional manner all class hours as assigned by the course schedule and academic calendar.
• Attend CPS faculty meetings (typically once per semester).
• Support and adhere to all CPS policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Recent experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and other learning challenges and special needs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to assess student learning through testing, presentations, and in-class simulations.
• Ability to teach adult students using methods that promote engaged learning.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Education, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work or related field preferred.

Applications must include contact information for 3 references who will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation when the application is submitted.

Competitive