Adjunct faculty Utah Valley University must be able to live and work in the State of Utah. Adjunct applications are reviewed only as needed; therefore, applicants should be aware they may not hear back about the status of their particular application. Adjunct faculty are hired on an as-needed basis for a semester appointment only. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the results of a background check, which includes a criminal records check. A criminal conviction is not necessarily a bar to employment. UVU is currently seeking adjuncts from a variety of backgrounds. Individuals may be needed for civil, mechanical, and pre-engineering courses. * Design and teach courses in the field of information systems or information technology. * Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. * Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, etc.) as necessary.-Instructs, manages, and supervises students in classrooms and computer labs using appropriate teaching methods. * Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods and in consultation with full-time faculty. * Works closely with an assigned full-time faculty member to ensure academic standards, department standards, and course/program outcomes are met in each class taught. * Maintains a student-oriented approach to education. * Coordinates engaged and/or service-learning work experience programs with students as assigned.-Assists counselors, department chairperson and or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program. * Serves on curriculum committees and attends meetings as assigned. * Improves professionally and maintains currency in the courses taught by: Reading and utilizing materials found in trade, technical, and professional publications; Surveying and researching industrial and business establishments; Obtaining and maintaining certification and degrees as required; Attending professional and specialty courses; Keeping abreast of new development trends, and techniques. * Knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies and techniques. * Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation. * Knowledge of effective human relations skills and communication techniques. * Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions. * Ability to work effectively with people. Baccalaureate degree in subject matter (or related area) and 1-3 years professional experience in the area(s) of the position for which one is applying.