Instructor, Center on Aging

Position

College of Human Ecology, Kansas State University Center on Aging is seeking an instructor for a term appointment from July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013.  The position will include instructing at least two undergraduate courses per semester.

Responsibilities

Applicant will be responsible for course development, implementation and assessment and evaluation of course instruction.  Instructor will be expected to teach classes in varying formats including face-to-face, online or hybrid classes.  In addition to teaching, the applicant will have student advising responsibilities.  This position will also involve working with and organization of student files for both present students and alumni of the program.

Qualifications

Required

Strong oral and written communication skills, experience with teaching, ability to work within and meet specific deadlines, ability to communicate and interact with people from a variety of backgrounds and educational levels, Masters degree in gerontology or related field, proficient in internet and scholarly research and in using Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Excel software.

Preferred

General knowledge of nursing home operations and culture change preferred.

Application Information

Application screening begins February 15, 2012 and continues until position is filled.  Send letter of application, resume which includes background in necessary and preferred qualification, contact information for a minimum of three references, a writing sample (not correspondence), teaching evaluation summary and teaching methods used including title of class, semester(s) offered, and institution.  Applications should be sent to:

Gayle Doll, Director
KSU Center on Aging
103 Leasure Hall
Manhattan, KS 66506-3501
785-532-5945
www.he.ksu.edu/aging/

Kansas State University is an equal opportunity employer.  Kansas State University actively seeks diversity among its employees.  Background check required.