Limited Term Adjunct Instructor (Multiple Positions)

The Department of Disability and Psychoeducational Studies (DPS) at the University of Arizona is seeking qualified educators to join our faculty as non-tenure-track Limited Term Adjunct Instructors for part-time teaching opportunities during the academic year.

Note: Teaching assignments and schedules will depend on departmental needs and course availability. Assignments may be online, in person, or hybrid.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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• Teach undergraduate or graduate courses within the Department of Disability and Psychoeducational Studies, as assigned based on departmental needs and the instructor's qualifications.
• Plan and deliver instruction, including lectures, activities, assignments, and assessments.
• Develop and maintain course materials in accordance with program and university expectations.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Support students through field experiences, practica, internships, or other experiential learning activities, as applicable.
• Collaborate with DPS faculty, staff, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Apply effective and engaging instructional practices to support varied student learning needs.
• Participate in required course, program, or departmental meetings and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to use effective and engaging instructional strategies in higher education that support varied student learning needs.
• Ability to support students with varied backgrounds and experiences in their academic and professional development.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to reflective practice, continuous professional development, and student success.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and to share instructional strategies and materials.
• Ability to acquire and apply the knowledge and skills necessary to serve as an effective instructor.

• Master's degree or equivalent graduate-level preparation in disability studies, psychoeducational studies, education, educational psychology, special education, counseling, school psychology, Deaf Studies, educational interpreting, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated professional experience in one or more areas related to Counseling, Special Education, School Psychology, Educational Interpreting, Deaf Studies, or another relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching, training, supervision, or instruction in higher education or a comparable professional setting.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering engaging instruction for students with varied backgrounds, experiences, and learning needs.
• Demonstrated experience using learning-management systems and instructional technology, as required by the assigned course.

• Doctoral degree or significant progress toward a doctorate in a relevant field.
• College or university teaching experience, preferably in an area of disabilities and psychoeducational studies.
• Experience teaching online, in-person, and/or hybrid courses.
• Experience developing course materials, assessments, and other instructional resources.
• Professional licensure, certification, or specialized credentials relevant to the assigned course or area of instruction.
• Experience supervising students in practicum, internship, field placement, clinical, or other experiential-learning settings.
• Demonstrated experience working with varied learners and communities, including students with disabilities.
• Evidence of professional development, scholarly activity, or current professional practice in a relevant discipline.
• For assignments in specialized areas, such as Deaf Studies or educational interpreting, demonstrated proficiency and current experience in the applicable content area, including ASL skills or interpreting credentials when appropriate.

Please upload the following documents with your application:

1. Current Curriculum Vitae.
2. Cover Letter.
3. In the additional document slot, enter the names and contact information for THREE references, including phone numbers and email addresses.