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DC Program Adjunct Instructor

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Prior teaching experience in a university or professional education program
  • Graduate of a CCE-accredited Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program
  • Maintain an active license to practice as a chiropractic physician in the state of Oregon

Responsibilities

  • Prepares lessons and teaches procedures based on existing syllabus
  • Demonstrates and monitors student practice of proper skills technique and patient interactions
  • Compiles, administers, and grades examinations
  • Maintains a safe environment in the classroom

About the company

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TCS Education System

Higher Education

The Community Solution (TCS) Education System is an integrated, nonprofit system that works collaboratively to advance institutional sustainability, student success, and community impact. Founded in 2009, the System consists of six distinct communitiesβ€”The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Pacific Oaks College & Children's School, The Colleges of Law, Saybrook University, Kansas Health Science Center, and the TCS System Office. TCS utilizes strategic partnerships in order to foster economies of scale, academic innovation, risk mitigation, and resourceful business solutions, in order to maximize the educational experience of students. To learn more, visit www.tcsedsystem.edu.

Company details

Company typeSME
IndustryHigher Education
Company size51 - 200

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Job description

Job Description:

1. GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION  

Position Name: DC Program Adjunct Instructor 

Classification: Part-Time, Non-Benefitted 

FTE: Less than 50% time 

Work Hours: Variable 

Department/Division: Multiple departments/College of Chiropractic 

Supervisor: Dean, DC Program 

 

2. POSITION SUMMARY   

This position covers adjunct instruction for the DC Program. Courses may include those in the Chiropractic Technique, Clinical Education, or Basic Sciences departments Possible courses available include course in radiographic positioning, physiologic therapeutics, and foundational sciences.    

 

3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

- Prepares lessons and teaches procedures based on existing syllabus.  50% 

- Demonstrates and monitors student practice of proper skills technique and patient interactions (as applicable).  25% 

- Compiles, administers, and grades examinations. 10% 

- Maintains a safe environment in the classroom. 5% 

- Creates syllabi and course outline. 5% 

- Contributes to evaluations of students’ non-cognitive behavior. 2.5% 

- Maintains expertise in area of instruction. 2.5% 

 

4. UWS CORE VALUES AND ASSOCIATED COMPETENCIES 
The following Core Values are integral to working at UWS. All employees, regardless of their position within the university, are expected uphold the Core Values and demonstrate associated competencies. 

Best Practices: We maintain high standards by using and integrating evidence across multiple disciplines. 

Curiosity: We are innovative, open minded, and forward thinking. 

Inclusiveness: We are respectful, mindful, and welcoming of different ways of being, thinking, and doing. 

Professionalism: We are responsible, respectful, and accountable. 

Student-Focus: We work for the common good of students’ academic and professional success. 

Whole-Person Health: We promote physical, mental and emotional wellness in all facets of the UWS experience.

 

5. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

Required

Education & Training 

  • Prior teaching experience in a university or professional education program

 

Certifications & Licenses 

  • Graduate of a CCE-accredited Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program. Not required for all courses.   
  • Maintain an active license to practice as a chiropractic physician in the state of Oregon (or acquire such licensure shortly after hire). Required for anyone teaching technique courses. 

 

 

Experience 

  • Teaching experience 

 

Related Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

  • Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.β€―  
  • Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.β€―  
  • Ability to access current electronic information. 

Other Qualifications 

  • Have sufficient stamina to provide lecture and/or lab instruction with brief breaks over a 1 to 4-hour period. 
  • Have sufficient mobility to move among students engaged in various types of lab activities. 
  • Have sufficient visual acuity to accurately identify pertinent structures and/or details as instructional activities demand. 
  • Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate pertinent tools and/or equipment as instructional activities demand. 

Preferred

Related Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

  • Expertise in evidence-informed practice skills preferred 

6. APPLICATION, SCREENING AND HIRING PROCESS:

Screening of applicants will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Please submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae. You may attach your materials as Word or PDF documents.

Official transcripts from prior institutions of higher learning must be received prior to offer being extended to the finalist.

University of Western States offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https://www.uws.edu/about/employment/

University of Western States is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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