Department: Pavlis Honors College
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Job Description Summary
The Pavlis Honors College (PHC) seeks a highly motivated, creative, and collaborative individual to join the college as a Pavlis Honors Pathway Specialist. The person in this position will work to enhance the Honors Pathway program through curricular efforts that include instruction, advising students, and developing and assessing the curriculum. The curriculum for the Honors Pathway program is based on experiential learning and reflection; we seek to mentor students in personal growth and development through learning partnerships. Participation in the planning and implementation of college events/activities for student recruitment and other college efforts will also be part of day to day activities.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
1. Instruction of undergraduate Honors (HON) Pathway courses (HON1150, HON2150, HON3150, and HON4150, all 1-credit courses) as needed; typically, multiple sections of one or two courses each semester.
2. Component advising for one or two of the four Honors Pathway components: an immersion experience, an academic enhancement, an Honors project, and a leadership/mentorship experience.
3. Assessment of student achievement of Honors abilities, as imparted by Pathway courses and components, with the objective of continuous Pathway improvement.
4. Curriculum development for the Honors Pathway, including courses and components, as guided by assessment and the Pathway Curriculum Committee, and participation on the Pathway Curriculum Committee.
5. Assistance in the planning for, and implementation of, Pavlis Honors College events and activities, including (but not limited to) those for student recruitment to the Pathway and for student residents of the Pavlis Honors Living Learning Community (LLC).
6. Other duties as assigned
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements)
* A master's degree or equivalent education and experience.
Required Experience (minimum requirements)
* Experience with teaching or facilitating small- to medium-sized groups.
Desirable Education and/or Experience
* A master's degree in education or in a liberal arts discipline.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities (minimum requirements)
* Excellent communication skills.
* Excellent organizational skills.
* Exemplary interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to self-motivate, pay attention to details, apply sound judgment, work autonomously, and work as part of a team.
* Ability to use (or quickly learn to use) course management software (e.g. Canvas).
* Ability to use (or quickly learn to use) typical classroom technology (e.g., computer projection system, document camera, audio/visual system, lecture-capture technology).
* Computer skills needed to teach, to manage workload, and to carry out job duties in a timely manner.
* Empathy and support for diversity, equity, inclusiveness, and sense of belonging.
* Ability to foster a culture of respect and safety in the college work environment.
* Ability to engage in and direct collaborative efforts.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
* A familiarity with the concepts and research of self-authorship.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
Employee Safety Overview
Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
Annual Data Security Training
Annual Title IX Training
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Other Conditions of Employment:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. Visa sponsorship is unavailable at this time. This is not an E-Verified Position.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Appointment Term
12 months
Pay Rate/Salary
Negotiable. No less than $48,000.
Title of Position Supervisor
Associate Provost for undergraduate Education and Dean of the PHC
Posting Type
Internal & External Posting
Additional Information
Please upload a list of contact information for at least three (3) professional references under "Supporting Documents".
https://www.mtu.edu/honors/
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
