Faculty - Adjunct Professor, School of Education, (SPED) Endorsement at North Park University C[...]

Program Overview North Park University offers a comprehensive Special Education (SPED) LBS1 Endorsement program for educators seeking to enhance their skills in teaching special education. Four classes are required for the LBS1 approval. These courses are available to both undergraduate and graduate students; undergraduate courses are 3000‑level, graduate courses are 5000‑level. Required Courses Survey of Teaching Exceptional Learners Undergraduate Level: EDUC 3430 Graduate Level: EDUC 5430 Characteristics of Special Needs Students Undergraduate Level: EDUC 3431 Graduate Level: EDUC 5431 Psychological and Educational Assessment for Special Populations Undergraduate Level: EDUC 3436 Graduate Level: EDUC 5436 Methods of Teaching Students With Special Needs Undergraduate Level: EDUC 3437 Graduate Level: EDUC 5437 Responsibilities As part‑time instructors, adjunct faculty are contracted on a term‑by‑term basis with no guarantee of continuous employment. The adjunct instructor will teach to a diverse student population. Course timing is at the discretion of the academic department offering the course and will be communicated before an official contract is issued. In some instances, flexibility in course timing may be available. The following are the minimum expectations for all faculty: Utilize the NP syllabus template, approved textbooks, supplemental course materials, and Canvas LMS. Submit a personalized course syllabus to the dean in electronic format at least one week before the course start date. Adhere to the printed course schedule, meeting times, and locations. Be available to students outside of class by email and by appointment as needed. Ensure that all assessments within the course are graded and returned to students promptly. Submit mid‑term grades for traditional undergraduate classes. Complete final grades and all course obligations by the due date published by the Registrar each term, typically the week after finals. This is required for the adjunct assignment and contract to be considered satisfactorily fulfilled. Maintain attendance records in accordance with federal regulations that require faculty to certify for financial aid purposes that students who receive a non‑passing grade have attended classes and to determine the last date they participated in an academically related activity. Compensation is by semester hour (credit hour). The starting compensation for adjunct instructors teaching at the undergraduate level is $3,400 for a four semester hour course. Requirements Master’s degree in Special Education Clear understanding of North Park University’s mission of Christian higher education. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Desired Terminal degree in a related field. Experience using Canvas or a comparable learning management system (LMS). Experience teaching at a university level. Familiarity with online instruction. Benefits No benefits provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr Carlsbad Tech