Teaching Specialist-Sexual Health Programs | University of Minnesota Twin Cities Job at University of Minnesota Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN

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  • University of Minnesota Twin Cities
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

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

Responsibilities

  • Teach the assigned course, fulfilling University policies and using course-appropriate effective practices: setting high expectations; supporting achievement with clear instructions, examples and samples; establishing frequent, regular contact with students; grading and returning coursework promptly with relevant formative and/or summative feedback; engaging students in relevant collaborative work; and submitting final grades on-time
  • Revise course or provide input as appropriate to stay abreast of discipline practices and trends, and to support changes in the disciplinary goals and curricula
  • Stay current in the discipline and participate in activities to support professional development, community faculty dialog, self-assessment, and teaching reviews
  • Be responsive to student communication as needed
  • Work with the Director of Graduate Studies and program staff as needed to resolve course- or student-related situations that require support or resources outside the classroom

The  Sexual Health programs have a need for additional instructional staff to offer online coursework in topics that include foundations of sexual health, sexual health education, and sex therapy, among other areas. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are AASECT certified Sex Educators, Sex Counselors, and/or Sex Therapists, and/or AASECT approved Supervisors in those areas. 

This position offers a flexible work arrangement as a remote position and has the unique opportunity to help shape and be responsible for the student experience. ***Please note that this position is NOT eligible for sponsorship***

Work for a phenomenal team and College thatâ™s student centered!  

The search committee will review applications as program needs arise throughout the year.  Candidates will only be contacted when there is a course available.

REQUIRED

  • A demonstrative skill & commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  • 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

PREFERRED: 

  • 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.

Are you excited about this job and meet the required qualifications, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every preferred qualification? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If this is you, we strongly encourage you to apply because you just may be the right candidate for this role.

About University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The University of Minnesota, founded in the belief that all people are enriched by understanding, is dedicated to the advancement of learning and the search for truth; to the sharing of this knowledge through education for a diverse community; and to the application of this knowledge to benefit the people of the state, the nation, and the world.

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Job Tags

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