"Adjunct Instructor, Institute for Urban Education, UMKC School of Education, Social Work and"

Hiring Department

University of Missouri - Kansas City
Institute for Urban Education (IUE)
School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences (ESWPS)

The Institute for Urban Education (IUE) prepares and supports exemplary teachers for schools in Kansas City. Components of the IUE include Grow Your Own high school and community college pipelines for prospective teachers, Teacher Preparation for urban school, and Services to Schools and Teachers which includes professional development and teacher support. As an urban-serving school, the mission of the School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences (ESWPS) is to recruit, prepare, and support outstanding teachers, mental health professionals, and educational leaders who will create lifelong opportunities for the communities they serve through excellence in teaching, research, and practice. Our dedicated full-time and adjunct faculty are committed to differing backgrounds and transformation in the Kansas City metropolitan area, the region, and beyond.

To learn more about the School of Education, Social Work and Psychological Sciences, visit: https://seswps.umkc.edu/

Job Description

The Institute for Urban Education (IUE) offers coursework in early childhood, elementary, middle, and secondary education, in curriculum, TESOL, multicultural education, special education, culturally responsive teaching, and reading, and in English/Language Arts, natural science, social studies, art, and mathematics.

THE INTENT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS TO IDENTIFY A POOL OF ADJUNCT FACULTY WHO ARE QUALIFIED TO DELIVER UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE LEVEL COURSES IN THE INSTITUTE FOR URBAN EDUCATION (IUE). The School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences (ESWPS) at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is continuously seeking qualified candidates for adjunct faculty teaching positions.

The School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences (ESWPS) Mission and Values:
As an urban-serving school, the mission of the School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences (ESWPS) is to recruit, prepare, and support outstanding teachers, mental health professionals, and educational leaders who will create lifelong opportunities for the communities they serve through excellence in teaching, research, and practice. Our dedicated full-time and adjunct faculty are committed to social justice and transformation in the Kansas City metropolitan area, the region, and beyond.

Organizational Structure:
The School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences (ESWPS) is comprised of three (3) academic divisions: Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies; Counseling and Educational Psychology; and Educational Leadership, Policy and Foundations. Adjunct faculty teaching in the School of Education are responsible for teaching regular courses as assigned by the Division Chairperson. This posting is specific for individuals qualified and interested in teaching for the division of Teacher Education & Curriculum Studies, at either the undergraduate or graduate level.

This position is part-time and not eligible for benefits. Hours will depend on the opportunity. Contracts are generally issued on a semester-by-semester basis.

Qualifications

1. Degree appropriate significant experience/training relevant to the level of class and content area being taught
2. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to differing backgrounds and culturally-responsive teaching
3. Familiarity with various online delivery platforms
4. Experience teaching in P12 schools and/or institutes of higher education (as applicable to the area of interest for adjunct teaching)

An official copy of transcripts(s), showing degree(s) with courses completed, and conferring institution will be required before an official offer is made to the candidate.

The University requires that we maintain an official copy of your higher education transcripts. Your appointment is contingent upon verification of your degree.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Appointment periods are for the semester with consideration for reappointment. A flat adjunct salary is determined based on level of educational degree held.

Application Materials

A complete application includes all application materials - a letter expressing interest in and qualifications to teach in one or more of the areas listed above in the Organizational Structure, curriculum vita, a minimum of two current letters of recommendation (must be on letterhead and signed) and other supporting materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachment. Limit document name to 50 characters. Size limit 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

References will not be contacted until advanced stages of screening, and candidates will receive prior notification.

If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu

Other Information

For further information about this position, please contact the Co-Chair of the search committee Dr. Candace Schlein, at 816.235.5754 or via email at schleinc@umkc.edu