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Rutgers The State University Non-Credit Instructor (Part Time) - 2024 in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Position Details
| Recruitment/Posting Title | Non-Credit Instructor (Part Time) - 2024 |
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| Department | OLLI-RU |
| Salary | Commensurate With Experience |
| Posting Summary | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking part time instructors for the non-credit program, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. A program specifically for adults over 50 looking for an opportunity to expand their horizons, learn in an engaging environment, and meet new friends, OLLI-RU is a unique learning community situated within the Division of Continuing Studies. The instructor course materials range from academic subjects to skills and activities. We encourage a variety of teaching formats, including facilitated discussions of books, films or ideas; informational lectures, hands-on instruction; and field trips. Instructors may teach in one or more of the following areas (but not limited to):Art Art History Computer Science Contemporary Issues Crafts Environmental Science Film Studies History Music Music History Philosophy Photography Poetry Political Science Psychology Science- Biology, Physiology, Astronomy etc. WritingThe position will be responsible for course creation and content delivery during any of the pre-scheduled programs that run throughout the year. Courses typically meet in person or on Zoom for 90 minutes once a week throughout New Jersey. Programming may be as long as one-day to ten-weeks. |
| Position Status | Part Time |
| Posting Number | 23FA1226 |
| Posting Open Date | 11/09/2023 |
| Posting Close Date | 12/31/2024 |
| Minimum Education and Experience | Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Requires at least two years of instructional experience. Also requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Requires experience instructing hiring unit's relevant program content.Success in this position will be measured through attendance, course evaluations, and class member engagement. |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | Individual will have knowledge of classroom management, adult learning, and effective communication/facilitation techniques. We are an inclusive learning community, and classroom spaces should reflect that, regardless of subject matter. |
| Equipment Utilized | May be required to use WebEx, zoom, or other online software used to conduct their course. |
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| Campus | Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus | Cook (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City | New Brunswick |
| State | NJ |
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