Adjunct Instructor - Electrical and Computer Engineering

Utah Valley University - Orem, UT

Full-time - Entry Level

Orem, UT

Educational Services

About the position

Utah Valley University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Electrical and Computer Engineering to design and teach courses in the field. The role involves preparing instructional materials, managing students in classrooms and labs, evaluating learning outcomes, and collaborating with full-time faculty to maintain academic standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses in the field of Electrical & Computer Engineering.
• Plan, prepare, and follow an approved course of study with measurable objectives.
• Prepare instructional materials such as course outlines, syllabi, and exams.
• Instruct, manage, and supervise students in classrooms and computer labs using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluate instruction and learning through appropriate testing methods in consultation with full-time faculty.
• Work closely with an assigned full-time faculty member to ensure academic and department standards are met.
• Maintain a student-oriented approach to education.
• Coordinate engaged and/or service-learning work experience programs with students as assigned.
• Assist counselors, department chairperson, program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Serve on curriculum committees and attend meetings as assigned.
• Improve professionally and maintain currency in the courses taught by reading and utilizing materials from trade, technical, and professional publications, surveying and researching industrial and business establishments, obtaining and maintaining certification and degrees, attending professional courses, and keeping abreast of new development trends and techniques.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in subject matter (or related area).
• 1-3 years professional experience in the area(s) of the position.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
• Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
• Ability to apply general principles to specific conditions.
• Ability to work effectively with people.