What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuing Education Instructor – Enrichment Programs for Adults and Youth position at The University of Texas at El Paso?
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours per Week
Positions are temporary – Work schedule, hourly rate, and benefits eligibility will vary.
Hiring Department
Professional and Public Programs
Required Application Materials
A resume is required in order to apply.
Purpose of Position
This job performs general instructional work and must be knowledgeable in the subject area being taught.
Are you knowledgeable and passionate about a skill or topic? Does teaching come naturally to you and do you enjoy imparting your knowledge and experience to others? Professional and Public Programs (P3) offers a robust portfolio of courses and programs needed by aspiring adults and youth that evolves in response to their personal enrichment and development. P3 is seeking instructors to teach courses for adult and youth learners in an array of subject areas. P3 courses are not offered for credit, and do not to meet academic requirements.
Essential Functions
Develop curriculum for specific selected classes- may include customizing.
Teach courses at a variety of times and locations, including evenings and weekends.
Evaluate and select texts and instructional materials; prepare course materials and lesson plans.
Provide an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, and teaching methodology.
Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging activities and assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered.
Provide a classroom environment conducive to learning, establishing and maintaining classroom control.
Encourage submission of course evaluations. Review course evaluations when available and provide feedback to improve course delivery.
Attend one or more orientation session(s) to become familiar with the Institution's mission, policies and procedures.
Meet with Program Manager as needed to discuss all aspects of the course including curriculum and program development.
Set up and clean up classrooms assigned, to include: Ensuring all a/v, computer equipment and other electrical items used are turned off before leaving; erasing white board; returning tables/chairs to standard set-up if rearranged.
Attend meetings and/or professional development workshops/training as requested.
Keep current in area(s) of expertise related to subject being taught.
Required Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High School or GED required with acceptable combinations of education and work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Blackboard, MS Teams or another Learning Management System.
Experience With Blackboard Collaborate Or Another Asynchronous Instructional Tool.
One to three (1-3) years online teaching with adult education.
Demonstrated success in applying age appropriate learning principals and best practices to ensure mastery of program/course learning objectives.
Experience teaching adults and/or youth continuing education classes for a college or university.
Must demonstrate knowledge of class subject, including but not limited to any required certifications, licenses, and/or designated work experiences.
Experience helping adults and/or youth learn in a classroom/training-room/lab setting.
Ability to maintain an effective classroom-learning atmosphere.
Ability working under specific guidelines or department requirements.
Ability to interact effectively with the public, students, faculty and university personnel.
Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials.
Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person.
Adhering to the prescribed curriculum and standards, and using assigned course texts and materials, if applicable.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to use classroom technology and/or equipment proficiently.
Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee is frequently required to use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment ranges from moderate to very loud.
EO/AA Statement
In keeping with its Access and Excellence mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
Exempt
Hours per Week
Positions are temporary – Work schedule, hourly rate, and benefits eligibility will vary.
Hiring Department
Professional and Public Programs
Required Application Materials
A resume is required in order to apply.
Purpose of Position
This job performs general instructional work and must be knowledgeable in the subject area being taught.
Are you knowledgeable and passionate about a skill or topic? Does teaching come naturally to you and do you enjoy imparting your knowledge and experience to others? Professional and Public Programs (P3) offers a robust portfolio of courses and programs needed by aspiring adults and youth that evolves in response to their personal enrichment and development. P3 is seeking instructors to teach courses for adult and youth learners in an array of subject areas. P3 courses are not offered for credit, and do not to meet academic requirements.
Essential Functions
Develop curriculum for specific selected classes- may include customizing.
Teach courses at a variety of times and locations, including evenings and weekends.
Evaluate and select texts and instructional materials; prepare course materials and lesson plans.
Provide an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, and teaching methodology.
Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging activities and assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered.
Provide a classroom environment conducive to learning, establishing and maintaining classroom control.
Encourage submission of course evaluations. Review course evaluations when available and provide feedback to improve course delivery.
Attend one or more orientation session(s) to become familiar with the Institution's mission, policies and procedures.
Meet with Program Manager as needed to discuss all aspects of the course including curriculum and program development.
Set up and clean up classrooms assigned, to include: Ensuring all a/v, computer equipment and other electrical items used are turned off before leaving; erasing white board; returning tables/chairs to standard set-up if rearranged.
Attend meetings and/or professional development workshops/training as requested.
Keep current in area(s) of expertise related to subject being taught.
Required Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High School or GED required with acceptable combinations of education and work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Blackboard, MS Teams or another Learning Management System.
Experience With Blackboard Collaborate Or Another Asynchronous Instructional Tool.
One to three (1-3) years online teaching with adult education.
Demonstrated success in applying age appropriate learning principals and best practices to ensure mastery of program/course learning objectives.
Experience teaching adults and/or youth continuing education classes for a college or university.
Must demonstrate knowledge of class subject, including but not limited to any required certifications, licenses, and/or designated work experiences.
Experience helping adults and/or youth learn in a classroom/training-room/lab setting.
Ability to maintain an effective classroom-learning atmosphere.
Ability working under specific guidelines or department requirements.
Ability to interact effectively with the public, students, faculty and university personnel.
Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials.
Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person.
Adhering to the prescribed curriculum and standards, and using assigned course texts and materials, if applicable.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to use classroom technology and/or equipment proficiently.
Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee is frequently required to use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment ranges from moderate to very loud.
EO/AA Statement
In keeping with its Access and Excellence mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
