Online Adjunct - Visual & Performing Arts - College of Education

Aspen Group, Inc is an education technology holding company that leverages its infrastructure and expertise to allow its two universities, Aspen University and United States University, to deliver on the vision of making college accessible and affordable.

United States University is looking for a Adjunct Faculty - Visual and Performing Arts - Online Program to join the College of Education.

Major/Essential Functions:

• Conducts clinical observations as dictated by accreditation and university requirements and through video-based supervision
• Reviews additional video observations as necessary and as requested
• Completes, collects, and submits all required documents for student teaching according to program deadlines through online platforms
• Conducts weekly communication with candidates online via Zoom, by phone, and/or via email
• Contributes to virtual orientation with Mentor Teachers and site administrators about teacher education program requirements and maintains ongoing communication throughout the candidate's placement
• Becomes familiar with all technology platforms used by the program, including the clinical practice management system, learning management system, video observation tools, and university communication systems
• Attends all virtual meetings required by the teacher education program
• Meets with Mentor Teacher(s) virtually on a consistent basis to ensure progress of candidate(s)
• Communicates with program leadership as needed to address candidate questions and concerns
• Attends yearly Data Retreat in person
• Attends quarterly Faculty meetings (online) with College of Education leadership
• Responsible for providing data on all accreditation-related assignments, replying to institutional surveys, submitting requested updated information, and maintaining open and ongoing communication with university faculty, staff, and candidates throughout the duration of employment

Position Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree or equivalent
• Valid California clear teaching credential in Single Subject Visual and Performing Arts
• Three or more years of outstanding teaching/administration in public schools

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong ability to conduct video-based supervision, provide effective online feedback, and maintain consistent virtual communication
• Proficiency with online communication and collaboration tools (Zoom, learning management systems, video observation platforms)
• Current knowledge of California Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Content Standards, the VAPA Framework, and state accountability systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of current California Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs) and edTPA requirements for teacher education candidates
• Demonstrated commitment to furthering equity, diversity, access to arts education, and the improvement of public education
• Experience in inclusive theatre education practices and differentiated instruction for diverse learners
• Strong commitment to student learning, quality teaching, and academic excellence in the performing arts
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and support candidates of diverse learning styles, cultural backgrounds, and artistic abilities in an online environment
• Appreciation and respect for candidate development, artistic growth, and professional responsibility in the learning process
• Current knowledge of effective online supervision approaches, such as cognitive coaching, adult learning theory, and current theatre pedagogy and instructional practices specific to performing arts education

Work Environment:

• This is a remote position that requires working from home using a university-provided laptop. The role involves regular use of email, video conferencing, and other online tools to communicate and complete tasks. A quiet workspace and a reliable internet connection are essential. Employees are responsible for abiding by all FERPA privacy laws within their remote work environment.
• While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may sometimes be required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and walk a distance of up to 400 meters. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment and physical demands described are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Adjunct Compensation

• Course contracts are paid semi-monthly and range from $150 - $3,500 depending on instruction level and student count.

At Aspen Group, we embrace diversity, support it, celebrate it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and our community. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Aspen Group is proud to be an equal employment workplace.