Non-Credit Instructor (Part Time) - 2025 - New Brunswick - ref. b3114719
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title Non-Credit Instructor (Part Time) - 2025Department 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 24FA1130
Posting Open Date 11/01/2024
Posting Close Date 12/31/2025
Qualifications
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.
Certifications/Licenses
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.
Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentOverview
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Posting Details
Special Instructions to ApplicantsQuick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/238510
Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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