Job Abstract

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$4,516.5 per 2-unit course per term. Teaching both the fall and winter course will be a total of $9,033.

Purpose:

The LEAD Scholars Program at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit Catholic university, is receiving applications to teach one lower-division 2-unit seminar course entitled: LEAD Seminar during fall 2024 and winter 2025. The LEAD Scholars Program supports first-generation college students at Santa Clara University. LEAD Seminar introduces for new first-year students to Santa Clara University campus life, academic expectations, resources and leadership opportunities. 

These courses are scheduled to be taught on:

LEAD 1 & 2 | T 2:00 - 3:40

LEAD 1 & 2 | R 2:00 - 3:40

LEAD 1 & 2 | T 3:50 - 5:30

LEAD 1 & 2 | R 3:50 - 5:30

LEAD 1 & 2 | R 10:20-12:00

LEAD 1 & 2 | R 10:20 - 12:00

Basic Qualifications: Master’s degree required in non-profit administration, counseling, higher education or a related field. Applicants should also be familiar with the Santa Clara University campus and should have experience working with underrepresented students including first-generation college students, students of color and low-income students. 

Responsibilities:  Faculty responsibilities are specified by the Santa Clara University Faculty Handbook (sec. 3.6). Duties are included but not limited to: 

Teaching one lecture section of LEAD 1 during fall quarter 2024 and one lecture section of LEAD 2 during winter 2025

9/1/2024-12/31/2024

12/16/2024-3/31/2025

Fulfilling all responsibilities associated with the assigned course, including

• Conducting all assigned class meetings and individual conferences with students
• Implementing a syllabus designed by the LEAD Scholars Program
• Assigning and evaluating student work including exams and written assignments
• Holding weekly office hours
• Meeting regularly and collaborating with a student peer educator
• Submitting student grades to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline
• Administering numerical and narrative course evaluations to each class as assigned by the chair
• Fulfilling other instructional or academic duties as may be assigned by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, or the Program Director
• Instructor is also expected to teach the second course in the sequence, LEAD 2 in winter 2025 on the same day and time?

Work Authorization: Santa Clara University does not sponsor any visa applications for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. 

Special Instructions to Applicants: Your application should include: 

• Letter of Interest: Qualifications and Relevant Experience
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• First Professional Reference Contact Information
• Second Professional Reference Contact Information

COVID-19 Statement

The health and safety of the University community is a top priority. The University strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as the vaccination and boosters are safe, effective tools that significantly minimize the chances of serious illness and hospitalization. Please contact Human Resources if you have any questions.

Telecommute

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.

Work Authorization:

SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position.  The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

?Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University’s equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/policies-reports/

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

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Americans with Disabilities Act

Santa Clara University affirms its' commitment to employ qualified individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply with the Americans with Disability Act. All applicants desiring an accommodation should contact the Department of Human Resources, and 408-554-5750 and request to speak to Indu Ahluwalia by phone at 408-554-5750 or by email at iahluwalia@scu.edu.