Teaching Specialist-Sexual Health Programs

Teaching Specialist-Sexual Health Programs

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We are interested in building a diverse group of community faculty with experience in sexual and gender health, sex therapy, sexual health education, and human sexuality who are passionate about educating future leaders in the sexual health field. The College of Continuing and Professional Studies (CCAPS) seeks candidates as community faculty for the online Master of Professional Studies in Sexual Health and its affiliated graduate certificates in Advanced Sexual Health Education, Sex Therapy, Transgender and Gender Diverse Health, and Human Sexuality.

Teaching Specialists report to the Director of Graduate Programs in CCAPS, and typically teach one to two courses during the academic year. Courses are offered online, asynchronous, in 7 or 14 week sessions. Some synchronous meetings with students may be required throughout the term.

• Teach assigned courses, fulfilling University policies and using course‑appropriate effective practices.
• Work with the Director of Graduate Studies and program staff as needed to resolve course‑ or student‑related situations.
• Use industry and content expertise and keep current with research findings, workforce trends, professional ethics and policies related to culturally sensitive mental health and substance use counseling best practices.
• Utilize new technologies to enhance curriculum delivery and accessibility to accommodate working adult students.
• Utilize pedagogical best practices for diverse working adult learners.
• Must be able to teach at scheduled class times, including evening and weekends, and respond to course‑related student inquiries within 48 hours.
• Proven ability to work successfully with diverse groups of people.

• Master's degree.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in a field directly related to the course of instruction or 3 semesters of teaching experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and serving a diverse community of learners in a professional setting.

• A PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a field closely related to the course of instruction.
• Ten or more years of professional experience in a field directly related to the course of instruction or 5 semesters of teaching experience.
• Experience teaching at the graduate level.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and proven ability to work successfully with diverse groups of people.

Applicants who meet the required qualifications but may not meet every preferred qualification are encouraged to apply.

NOTE:

This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship.

Pay Range: Instructors are paid $2,280 per credit for full enrollment courses. For example, a three credit course at full enrollment would be paid at $6,840.

Benefits: Retirement plan options for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor‑Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.

Submit an online application, attach a cover letter and resume, and provide names, telephone numbers and e‑mail addresses of three current professional references. This position will remain open until filled.

For accommodations during the application process, e‑mail employ or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

Background check required. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists.

Mid‑Senior level

Part‑time

Education and Training

Higher Education