STAR Program Adjunct Instructor
Deadline for Applications is 08/15/2021

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepare materials needed for course meetings, including PowerPoints, handouts, and supportive materials relevant to course topics
2. Adhere to program syllabi, requirements, and guidelines
3. Teach educator preparation courses in the field of special education or bilingual education
4. Communicate regularly with students and University and district personnel
5. Assess, grade, and provide appropriate feedback on student work in a timely manner
6. Work collaboratively with STAR Program personnel at the University and district levels to ensure that data is collected, analyzed, and reported
7. Attend instructor and programmatic meetings as required
8. Represent the University and the program in a professional manner

Standards of Performance

• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Integrity in dealing with students, program personnel, and educational stakeholders
• Willingness to assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
• Effective instruction of students to achieve learning outcomes
• Attendance and punctuality for classes and meetings
• Timely and fair evaluation of student work
• Ability to demonstrate self-motivation and self-direction
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively
• Understanding of and adherence to University policies and guidelines
• Ability to maintain and organize accurate and detailed records

Essential Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of current best practices in special education and educator preparation, including differentiated instruction, UDL, high impact practices, and special education law and responsibilities; and/or knowledge of current best practices in bilingual/bicultural education and educator preparation, including language proficiency, biliteracy, and theories of language acquisition
• Knowledge and ability to teach university courses
• Ability to contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds
• Ability to use electronic documents and technology, including the Canvas learning management system, to grade assignments and communicate with students, University personnel, and RUSD personnel
• Ergonomic Requirements: sufficient mobility and dexterity to move around classroom, campus, and community. Ability to work with keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Ability to attend classes, meetings, and workshops.
• Equipment to be used on the job: laptop and/or desktop computer, printer, copier, projector, tablets, Video Conferencing, Interactive Whiteboard Systems, Canvas learning management system

Education, Experience, Training And/or Certifications

Required

• Master’s Degree or higher in special education, bilingual/bicultural education, or related field
• Teaching experience and knowledge of best practices in special education for grades 1-8 or bilingual education for grades K-12
• Commitment to, and experience in, the preparation of educators for diverse contexts and populations
• Experience teaching online or using the Canvas learning management system, or willingness to learn

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan. 

Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/summaries/fasl.pdf

Total Compensation Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/totalcomp/

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at (262) 595-2204. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: Submit application materials

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Review of Applications

Applications received by 11:59 p.m. Sunday August 15th 2021 are ensured full consideration. Position open until filled.

You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee. 

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.

In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.

Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)

Note: Criminal Background Check – The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a “disparate impact” and is not “job-related and consistent with business necessity” in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job.

UW-Parkside is an AA/EEO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

EDI Statement
UW-Parkside is committed to providing an environment in which our diverse community of students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We aspire to foster a more equitable and inclusive climate and culture between and among students, faculty, and staff, and to improve justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of campus life. Please visit The Office of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for additional information.

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual’s disability.

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Transcripts will be required upon hire.