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Adjunct Faculty - Master of Arts: Teaching, Inclusive Education and Mild/Moderate Credential Pr...

Employer
University of La Verne
Location
Kern County Campus

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Arts & Humanities, Fine & Performing Arts, Education, Special Education
Position Type
Adjunct
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Job Details

Position Title:

Adjunct Faculty - Master of Arts: Teaching, Inclusive Education and Mild/Moderate Credential Programs

Division:

Provost

Major Department:

Dean ROC Administration

Department:

ROC - LFCE

Location:

Kern County Campus

Job Description:

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.

If you’re passionate about these values, join us at the University of La Verne!


University of La Verne’s La Fetra College of Education seeks faculty colleagues to join a high achieving, dynamic Master of Arts in Inclusive Education and our Special Education Preliminary Credential Program. Our goal is to prepare professionals to successfully teach in a rapidly changing society and to make positive contributions to the learning of PK-12 students. Applicants with diverse backgrounds and urban experiences who can help us achieve these goals are encouraged to apply.

Job Description
Teach graduate level teacher education courses for Special Education candidates according to La Fetra College of Education guidelines.

Required Qualifications:

  • Earned master’s degree in Education, Special Education, or related field
  • A current Clear California Teaching Credential (Mild/Moderate Disabilities) with an English Learner Authorization and Autism Authorization
  • Commitment to and experience working with diverse student populations including English learners
  • A minimum of three years of successful elementary or secondary teaching experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Ability to work with adults
  • Effective communication and organization skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Doctorate in Education, Special Education, or related field
  • Understanding of Disabilities Studies
  • Experience working in inclusive educational environments
  • Hold a Multiple and/or Single Subject Teaching Credential
  • Experience with assessments, data-drive instruction, and technology

Benefits Summary:

Below is a list of benefits and perks offered to Adjunct Faculty:

  • Benefit Hub (discount perks)
  • Free Parking
  • Adjunct Faculty Development Funds
  • Staff discounted lunches at the Spot
  • 10% off discount at the University of La Verne Bookstore and Graphics
  • Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)
  • Contribution Retirement Plan (must meet hours) for Mandatory – Voluntary Contribution at anytime
  • Medical (must meet hours)
  • Utilize services offered at CTL and the wellness center.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

U.S. News & World Report rates La Verne Online No. 1 in California for the third consecutive year and 24th best in the country. Washington Monthly’s 2016 “America’s Best Colleges for Adult Learners” rankings place La Verne No. 3 among private, 4-year institutions in California.
La Verne is Tier 1 in U.S. News 2017 “America’s Best Colleges” National University rankings for the seventh straight year, and again made Forbes “America’s Top Colleges” rating (WASC Accredited).

Posting Number:

AF007P

Job Open Date:

01/29/2020

Open Until Filled:

No

Organization

The University of La Verne is a 124 year old, independent, comprehensive, doctoral granting institution in southern California with an emphasis on research and publication. Classified by Carnegie as a Community-Engaged University, La Verne offers high quality, liberal arts and professional degree programs at the undergraduate to doctoral levels to traditional-age and adult learners. The main campus is located in La Verne, 35 miles from downtown Los Angeles, along the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains.

The University is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution with 40% of the student population identifying itself as “Hispanic/Latino,” 55% students of color, 10% international students, and a large proportion first-generation. All programs have high retention and graduation rates for underrepresented minorities.  The University has a strong commitment to diversity and places a high priority on creating an environment that supports the growth and success of underrepresented and underserved populations.

The La Verne Experience is at the center of a strategic plan that is focused on serving an ethnically and economically diverse student population, one that is representative of the demographics of California.  The La Verne Experience pedagogical features include learning communities, theory-to-practice, experiential learning, community engagement and reflective practice.  Two prominent annual rankings of America’s Best Colleges - U.S. News & World Report, and Forbes Magazine recognize the University of La Verne as one of the nation’s top national universities. 

For more information regarding the University of La Verne, visit our website at http://www.laverne.edu.

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