Advertising Summary
The Department of Gerontology at Virginia Commonwealth University is recruiting for a pool of persons for possible part-time adjunct teaching positions. This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will be active for one year. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Unit College of Health Professions MBU Department Gerontology Program
Department Summary
The Department of Gerontology founded in 1976 became a part of the College of Health Professions at Virginia Commonwealth University in January 1985. The department is well-known for the quality and innovation of its programs and for the scholarship and applied expertise of its faculty. The Department of Gerontology offers a variety of degree programs based on an interdisciplinary approach using the bio-psycho-social model. With a mission of promoting optimal aging for individuals and communities, Gerontology graduates further the person-centered mission of the department largely in the areas of administration, education, advocacy, and entrepreneurship. The Gerontology Department envisions continued commitment to service, scholarship, and education with a focus on the DisruptAgeism and Elderhood Development paradigms.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines. • Plan course content based on specific knowledge and expertise in gerontology. Topics may include but are not limited to trauma-informed care, end-of-life spirituality, and aging or financial management. • Design and develop course content syllabus, learning objectives, and assignments. • Facilitate course engagement and student assessment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
• Masters degree in gerontology or related field. • Subject matter expertise in the topic and subject of the course being taught. • Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences or a commitment to do so as an adjunct faculty member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
• Membership in gerontology professional organizations.
Salary Range
$1500 per credit hour
Benefits
All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.
FLSA Exemption Status
Exempt
Flexible Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Rank
Instructor
Contact Information
Contact Name: Tracey Gendron PhD Contact Email: tlgendrovcu.edu