Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) Instructors
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Posting Details
Posting Number: 2019677F
Position Title: Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) Instructors
Position Type: Faculty
Location: Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule: Part-time/9-months
Department: 129-A&S Office for Undergraduate Students
Position Summary: Adjunct Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) instructors, in close and ongoing collaboration with the Director of Professional Development and Assistant Director of Professional Development, teach one-credit Professional Development courses to liberal arts and sciences undergraduate students. Professional Development strives to provide a myriad of opportunities and options for all students of all backgrounds and identities to help them enhance vital professional and career readiness skills, which include critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, so that they are equipped to build a meaningful and fulfilling professional life.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Teach courses through the Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) one-credit course program as assigned by the Director of Professional Development.
* Teach students how to create a professional résumé, research internships and professional positions, conduct an informational interview, answer job interview questions, network with alumni, and create a professional development plan.
Minimum Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
* Two (2) to five (5) years experience in coaching, mentoring, and developing diverse students from a variety of different backgrounds in educational settings.
* Progressive and forward-thinking professional and teacher who cares deeply about the professional development of students and their ability to make informed professional decisions.
* Demonstrated strong communication, interpersonal, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
* Willingness to connect with undergraduate students and support them on their professional development journey.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Special Message to Applicants:
Posting Date
03/24/2025
Closing Date (11:59pm ET)
Salary Posting Information: Competitive Salary Band: N/A Job Classification: Faculty
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