Position Overview:

The Human Environmental Sciences Department-Human Development and Family Science Program seeks a one-year, visiting instructor to begin August 2023. The Human Development and Family Science instructor provides a quality learning experience for students. The visiting instructor serves as a teacher and facilitator of learning and will perform job-related responsibilities in a timely manner. The instructor is expected to deliver an educational experience to students consistent with the mission, policies, and procedures of the college. Teaching, research, and departmental/school service are expected, as well as specific service to the college and department’s support of online delivery.

Teaches, advises, and mentors students, evaluates student performance and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook.

The general schedule for this position is 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with education and experience.

College Overview:

The College of Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) is a diverse unit offering 21 undergraduate and 29 graduate majors. CEPS is home to Oklahoma’s first teacher preparation academy and includes seven academic departments: Adult Education & Safety Sciences; Curriculum & Instruction; the Donna Nigh Department of Advanced Professional & Special Services; Educational Sciences, Foundations & Research; Human Environmental Sciences; Kinesiology & Health Studies; and Psychology.

Department Specific Essential Job Functions:

The Human Environmental Sciences Department is seeking a quality visiting instructor to serve our students in some combination of online and face-to-face classes. The visiting instructor’s primary responsibilities for teaching will be connected to those courses needed for the Marriage and Family Therapy degree path, and other courses as needed. Courses taught may include Child & Family Theories, Lifespan Development, Families in Crisis, Marriage and Intimate Relationships, and Ethics in Family Studies. Teaches a course load of 12 credit hours for the semester, advises and mentors Marriage and Family Therapy students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department records in accordance with university policies. The candidate must hold an active Marriage and Family Therapy license, preferably in the state of Oklahoma. The successful candidate will have an excellent knowledge of Marriage and Family Therapy state licensure policies and procedures in Oklahoma and maintain strong ties to the Marriage and Family profession and community. Also, the successful candidate will adhere to the educational philosophy of the university, and work in a collaborative manner with colleagues, members of professional organizations, and community leaders in the Marriage and Family Therapy field. Excellence in teaching and demonstrated and/or potential for scholarly activity is requested.

UCO Land Acknowledgment

The University of Central Oklahoma recognizes that we gather on land entrusted to the care and protection of the Caddo and Wichita peoples. These lands are part of the wider state of Oklahoma which is shared by the 39 sovereign Indigenous Nations including the Kiowa, Comanche, Osage, Apache, and Fort Sill Apache Nations; and is associated with the forced relocation of Nations through the Indian Removal Act of 1830. The university was built on Unassigned Land within seized portions of Indian Territory taken from the Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Creek, and Seminole Nations by the federal government in 1866. Beginning in 1889, this land was distributed through several Land Runs intended to confine and erase Indigenous peoples from this territory. We acknowledge the historical events that have and continue to affect Indigenous people of this land. We pledge to honor and respect Indigenous knowledges and worldviews as we sustain a meaningful relationship with the Sovereign Nations.

Inclusive Community at UCO

The University of Central Oklahoma affirms and promotes diversity in areas including race, class, gender identity, ethnicity, culture, religion, ideology, (dis)ability, affectional orientation, gender expression, and other aspects of self-identification. Our appreciation of diversity includes an awareness of the historical heritage on which the university was founded and the many struggles and sacrifices, both historically and currently, that confront underrepresented communities. Given this awareness, we actively strive to enrich the experience of the entire community by implementing practices that remove barriers to those communities served least well by existing systems. We do this not only because it is right, but also because diversity enriches the experiences and expands the social and conceptual horizons of students, faculty, and staff members while enhancing the university’s ability to contribute to the intellectual, cultural, economic, and social advancement of the communities and individuals it serves.

Experience/Education Preferred:

An earned master's degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval).

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.