Adjunct Instructor - Center for National Security Studies

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Job Type: Adjunct/Overload Teaching

Job Number: FY2503921

Closing: 8/11/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem

Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking applicants for Adjunct Instructor - Center for National Security Studies.

Summary of Responsibilities

Under direction from the Director of the Center for National Security Studies and lead instructors, individual shall perform some or all of the following duties:

• Administers any required Student Learning Outcome (SLO) examinations at the beginning and end of each semester

• Plans, prepares, and teaches an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught

• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary

• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms and laboratories, through using appropriate teaching methods

• Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods

• Maintains a student-oriented approach to education

• Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up

• Assists advisors, Director of CNSS, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program

• Improves professionally and maintains currency in the courses taught by reading and utilizing materials found in trade, technical, and professional publications; surveying and researching industrial and business establishments; obtaining and maintaining certification and degrees as required; attending professional and specialty courses; keeping abreast of new development trends, and techniques

• Is thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adheres to these policies

• Maintains desirable and safe classroom conditions

• Maintains knowledge of current UVU technology (i.e. Canvas) via continuous training offered through the Office of Teaching and Learning

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Two years of teaching experience or closely related professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of teaching experience or closely related professional experience; OR a MA in a closely related topic.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation

• Knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, program development and evaluation

• Thorough knowledge of appropriate field of study

• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies and techniques

• Skill in public speaking and report writing

• Skill in using current technology

• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques

• Ability to effectively apply general principles to specific conditions

• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions

• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and administrators from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, re ligion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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