ADJ-College of Health Sciences/Occupational Therapy

Alabama State University, Academic Affairs, College of Health Sciences is accepting applications for Adjunct Instructors. Adjunct Instructor will provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The instructor will adhere to the general and adjunct faculty guidelines specified by the Alabama State University Faculty Handbook, Provost & the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and the Alabama Commission on Higher Education. The programs within the College of Health Sciences are as follows:

Rehabilitation Services

Rehabilitation Counseling

Prosthetics & Orthotics

Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Maternal and Child Health

Health Information Management

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies in order to engage students and facilitate learning.

• Teach at the specified time and place and in a variety of settings.

• Evaluate students' progress in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and criteria.

• Assist in developing discipline-specific course objectives, student learning outcomes, and learning activities.

• Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies, including exams, quizzes, etc.

• Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students to improve and expand student learning.

• Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records, including grades, attendance, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information, to appropriate offices by the specified deadlines.

• Prepare or assist in preparing materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi.

• Participate in university activities when possible.

• Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.

• Be prompt and punctual when reporting for work.

• Inform the Department Chair or Dean of any problems or concerns with classroom equipment or facilities.

• Actively participate in the retention of equipment and preservation of department assets where appropriate.

• Perform all duties with professionalism.

• Other duties as assigned

  
  

An individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge and skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

For academic courses: A minimum of a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the discipline from an accredited institution. For Rehabilitation Studies programs, a master’s degree in rehabilitation services or counseling or in a related human or social services field is required. For the Prosthetics & Orthotics program, a master’s degree in a relevant field is required, and the applicant must be eligible for state licensure. For the DPT and OTD programs, a terminal doctorate degree is required, and the applicant must be eligible for state licensure. For HIM, a master’s degree in healthcare, Education, HIM or Informatics, or a related field, knowledge of AHIMA Professional Practice Experience Standards, and RHIA certification are required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Documented evidence of proficiency in using current educational technologies in the classroom, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or presentation software.

• Ability to conduct individual, small group, and classroom instruction.

• Experience using Canvas or other learning management systems from an instructor standpoint.

• Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy and new software, as required.

• Understanding and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the university and college.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, vendors, diverse students, parents, the general public, and others having business with the college.

• Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, and ethnicities.

• Successful problem-solving skills.

• Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning.

• A positive attitude, regardless of the circumstances at hand.

• Confidence in decision-making and communication skills.

• Documented successful experience teaching and developing online courses where appropriate.

• Successful teaching experience in higher education is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or walk for extended periods of time. Employees must be able to work a variety of hours and schedules. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Other physical demands are proximate to comparable professional positions in the public or private sector.

All positions are paid based on the current adjunct instructor salary schedule. Salary is based on credit and/or course contact hours, the degree level of the instructor, and the specific field of instruction. For specific salary information, contact the appropriate dean or department chair.

EEOC STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.

All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.