What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, Social Determinants of Health position at University of Western States?
Job Description:
GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION
Position Name: Clinical Science – Social Determinants of Health Instructor
Classification: Part-Time, Non-Benefitted
FTE: Less than 50% time
Work Hours: Variable
Department/Division: Clinical Science/College of Chiropractic
Supervisor: Associate Dean, College of Chiropractic
POSITION SUMMARY
The instructor in this position will provide students with an introduction to the social determinants of health. The instructor will integrate the concepts of social determinants of health and encourage students to put these concepts into action. It is a foundational course centering on equipping students with the skills to advance on their professional journey towards becoming a clinical practitioner.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
60% Prepares lessons and teaches procedures based on existing syllabus.
20% Compiles, administers, and grades examinations.
5% Maintains a safe environment in the classroom.
5% Creates syllabi and course outline.
5% Contributes to evaluations of students’ non-cognitive behavior.
5% Maintains a safe environment in the classroom.
5% Creates syllabi and course outline.
5% Contributes to evaluations of students’ non-cognitive behavior.
5% Maintains expertise in area of instruction.
UWS CORE VALUES
Best Practices: We maintain high standards by using and integrating evidence across multiple disciplines.
Curiosity: We are innovative, open minded, and forward thinking.
Inclusiveness: We are respectful, mindful, and welcoming of different ways of being, thinking, and doing.
Professionalism: We are responsible, respectful, and accountable.
Student-Focus: We work for the common good of students’ academic and professional success.
Whole-Person Health: We promote physical, mental and emotional wellness in all facets of the UWS experience.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Training
Education & Training
- Required: Prior teaching experience in a university or professional education program
Experience
- Required: Teaching Experience
Related Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Required: Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Required: Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
- Required: Ability to access current electronic information.
Other Qualifications
- Have sufficient stamina to provide lecture and/or lab instruction with brief breaks over a 1 to 4-hour period.
- Have sufficient mobility to move among students engaged in various types of lab activities.
- Have sufficient visual acuity to accurately identify pertinent structures and/or details as instructional activities demand.
- Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate pertinent tools and/or equipment as instructional activities demand.
APPLICATION, SCREENING AND HIRING PROCESS:
Screening of applicants will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Please submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae and names and contact information of three professional references. Official transcripts from prior institutions of higher learning must be received prior to offer being extended to the finalist.
University of Western States conducts background checks for the finalist or finalists of staff and faculty positions. The type of background check will vary by position type.
University of Western States offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.
https://www.uws.edu/about/employment/
University of Western States is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
