"Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) instructors"

Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) instructors

Company: Villanova University

Job Location: Villanova, 19085

Category: Other Liberal Arts Faculty

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Posting Number: 2019677F

Location: Villanova, PA

Work Schedule: part-time/9-months

Department: 129-A&S Office for Undergraduate Students

Position Summary

Adjunct Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) instructors, in close and ongoing collaboration with the Director of Professional Development and Assistant Director of Professional Development, teach one-credit Professional Development courses to liberal arts and sciences undergraduate students. Professional Development strives to provide a myriad of opportunities and options for all students of all backgrounds and identities to help them enhance vital professional and career readiness skills, which include critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, so that they are equipped to build a meaningful and fulfilling professional life.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach courses through the Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) one-credit course program as assigned by the Director of Professional Development;

Teach students how to create a professional resume, research internships and professional positions, conduct an informational interview, answer job interview questions, network with alumni, and create a professional development plan.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree required;

Two (2) to five (5) years experience is coaching, mentoring, and developing diverse students from a variety of different backgrounds in educational settings.

Progressive and forward-thinking professional and teacher who cares deeply about the professional development of students and their ability to make informed professional decisions.

Demonstrated strong communication, interpersonal, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Willingness to connect with undergraduate students and support them on their professional development journey.

Salary Posting Information: Competitive