Job Description

The Adjunct Teaching Specialist is a temporary (per course), part-time, non-tenured position for our Professional Development and Lifelong Learning Programs. The AI for Productivity Adjunct Teaching Specialist will be responsible for developing and teaching a non-credit course on AI for non-IT professionals.

The Adjunct Teaching Specialist will collaborate with an instructional designer and program manager to develop the 4-week non-credit course during the first approximately six months of the position.

After developing the course, the Adjunct Teaching Specialist will teach the course using the developed curriculum. The course is fully online and uses a blend of synchronous and asynchronous instructional methods. Live instruction is done through a weekly Zoom session. Asynchronous instruction is done through the university’s learning management system, Canvas.

The course will last 4 weeks. During the instructional phase of this position, the Adjunct Teaching Specialist is expected to be engaged and available for a total of 9 weeks, including the 2 weeks prior to the course start date and 3 weeks after the course end date.

This position offers a flexible work arrangement as a hybrid position and has the unique opportunity to help shape and be responsible for the student experience.

Course Development 50%

Create clear, succinct, and measurable outcomes for the course.

Identify, sequence, and structure the topics the course will address in each module.

Develop learning activities and course media that support the course learning outcomes.

Develop learning assessments that allow learners to demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes.

Collaborate with an instructional designer, program manager, and other university staff throughout the course development process.

Follow the requirements for course development laid out in the course development handbook.

Section Prep 10%

Record and post introduction video.

Send course introduction email.

Verify dates and contents of course site are correct. Make any needed updates and corrections.

Open the course and modules.

Live Instruction 10%

Prepare for weekly Zoom sessions following a structure provided by the pre-designed curriculum.

Facilitate weekly zoom sessions as scheduled by the department and following the expectations in the instructor handbook. .

Learning Assessment and Feedback 20%

Evaluate submitted work to determine if each learner has achieved the course learning objectives.

Provide feedback to learners to help them develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to achieve the course learning outcomes.

Submit final grades.

Support Learners 10%

Respond to learner questions about course content and logistics by email or other communication means within the learning management system.

Meet with learners by Zoom as needed and at mutually agreed upon times to provide assistance in understanding course content and activities.

Required

Demonstrated commitment, knowledge and skill in inclusive excellence in professional settings.

Bachelor's degree and at least four or more years of work experience related to the subject matter

Ability to explain concepts in ways that help others learn

Ability to provide feedback that both encourages and helps learners develop knowledge, skills, and abilities

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

Master's degree and at least six or more years of work experience related to the subject matter

Experience teaching adult learners in both live and asynchronous contexts

Experience developing and/or teaching topics related to finance

Ability to evaluate assessments (e.g. course projects) to determine if they demonstrate achievement of course learning outcomes.

Required

• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and serving a diverse community of learners in a professional setting.
• Bachelor's degree and at least four or more years of work experience related to the subject matter
• Ability to explain concepts in ways that help others learn
• Ability to provide feedback that both encourages and helps learners develop knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
  
  

Preferred

• Master's degree and at least six or more years of work experience related to the subject matter
• Experience teaching adult learners in both live and asynchronous contexts
• Experience developing and/or teaching topics related to AI
• Ability to evaluate assessments (e.g. course projects) to determine if they demonstrate achievement of course learning outcomes.
  
  

Are you excited about this job and meet the required qualifications, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every preferred qualification? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If this is you, we strongly encourage you to apply because you just may be the right candidate for this role.

In CCAPS you’ll find a flexible, hybrid work environment and supportive colleagues who are committed to empowering lifelong learners to achieve their educational goals in a learner-centric environment where diverse ideas, backgrounds, and identities are embraced.

CCAPS has a large and diverse portfolio of program offerings, including bachelor’s and master’s degrees, professional development offerings for practitioners, pre-college programs for high school students, English language programs, and lifelong learning for personal enrichment. Across all the work done in and by CCAPS, we strive daily to live our core values of Access, Learning, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

Pay Range

For development, the Adjunct Teaching Specialist will be paid $4,000.

For instruction, the Adjunct Teaching Specialist will be paid $2,120.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position asks hat you attach a cover letter, diversity statement, and a list of references.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-8647.

" Please note, we are not offering H-1B or Green Card sponsorship for this position.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

Job Tags

Temporary work, Part time, Work experience placement, Casual work, H1b, Flexible hours,

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