History Instructor - Temp Parttime Faculty

University of New Mexico, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Ranchos De Taos, NEW MEXICO


History Instructor - Temp Parttime Faculty
Posting Numberreq28440
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeAdjunct
Hiring DepartmentTaos Branch
Academic LocationTaos Branch
CampusTaos
Benefits EligibleAdjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary

Position Summary

UNM-Taos’ Humanities Department invites applicants living in New Mexico to apply for Temporary Part time Faculty positions (Adjunct) to teach a lower division course in History.  These positions will be hired on an as needed basis dependent on student enrollment, course offering matrix, and graduation requirements.  The specific courses include, but are not limited to, the following: 

HIST 1110 - United States History I

The primary objective of this course is to serve as an introduction to the history of the United States from the pre-colonial period to the immediate aftermath of the Civil War. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of the United States within the context of world societies. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.
3.000 Credit hours
Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences, NMLDGECC Area 5: Humanities

HIST 1120 - United States History II

The primary objective of this course is to serve as an introduction to the history of the United States from reconstruction to the present. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of the United States within the context of world societies. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.
3.000 Credit hours
Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences, NMLDGECC Area 5: Humanities

HIST 1150 - Western Civilization I

This course is a chronological treatment of the history of the western world from ancient times to the early modern era. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of western civilization within the context of world societies. Selective attention will be given to "non-western" civilizations which impact and influence the development of "western" civilization. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.
3.000 Credit hours
Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences, NMLDGECC Area 5: Humanities

HIST 1160 - Western Civilization II

This course is a chronological treatment of the history of the western world from the early modern era to the present. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of western civilization within the context of world societies. Selective attention will be given to "non-western" civilizations which impact and influence the development of "western" civilization. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.
3.000 Credit hours
Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences, NMLDGECC Area 5: Humanities, Meets UNM Area: Diversity

HIST 2110 - Survey of New Mexico History

The primary objective of this course is to serve as an introduction to the history of New Mexico from the pre-Columbian times to the present day. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of New Mexico within the context of the Americas.
3.000 Credit hours

Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences

Salary ranges from $902.38, to $1,002.70 per credit hour depending on successful candidates’ qualifications.  This posting is for both face to face and remote delivery of courses. 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in the discipline or subfield in which they are applying to teach.  Applicant must have completed a program of study in the discipline or subfield in which they teach, with coursework at least one level above that of the courses being taught or developed (e.g., completed a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline or subfield in which they teach or tested experience that is determined to be equivalent to the degree).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Teaching experience in a post-secondary institution, particularly community college experience.
  • Ability to teach the foundational literacy progression in an adult setting.
  • Experience with learner centered instructional practices. 
  • Knowledge of trauma informed and brain-based pedagogy
  • Experience differentiating instruction for a multi-level classroom
  • Demonstrated experience in remote delivery of instruction.
  • Successful experience in practice or field work (if applicable).
  • A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit the following to apply: CV; Cover Letter (Please include relevant experience in teaching History courses); and Graduate level transcripts (official transcripts will be needed if you are chosen for hire).

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
For Best ConsiderationThis posting will remain active until 2/23/2024. Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters.

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