Elder Law Adjunct Instructor (Temporary)
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. The application must be completed in full detail for your qualifications to be considered.
Applicants are required to upload the following documents with their electronic application:
- Resume
- List of References
- Name
- Company Name
- Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
- Email Address
- Contact Phone Number
Review of applications will begin on 07/01/2022 and continue until the position is filled. We are accepting electronic submissions only. Applicants should apply through the JobSearch portal at
Position Information
Position Number
Position Number
Functional Title
Functional Title Elder Law Adjunct Instructor (Temporary)
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The UNCG Gerontology Program, proudly housed in the Department of Social Work, consists of an Undergraduate Minor in Gerontology, Master of Science in Gerontology, and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Gerontology. The MS in Gerontology is the only, fully online, accredited program in Gerontology in North Carolina. The mission of the UNCG Gerontology Program is to provide opportunities for learning and practice that create competent and capable gerontologists who meet the needs of the aging population. Students are provided with a scientific, broad, and integrated view of aging through collaborative relationships with academic disciplines, community organizations, and businesses, so students can approach issues of aging from a truly biopsychosocial perspective. The graduate programs in Gerontology prepare students for careers in agencies and programs serving older adults and their families. Graduate programs are flexible and practitioner-oriented with a focus on authentic learning and developing practical knowledge and skills for the job market.
Position Summary
The Gerontology Program in the Department of Social Work invites applications for an adjunct instructor in the graduate Gerontology program. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional with expertise in elder law to teach our Elder Law for Gerontological Professionals course. The online course is taught over a 7.5-week period from August through October.
Duties and responsibilities of the position include:
- Instruct and guide the class in an efficient and effective manner
- Use course materials in Canvas effectively
- Maintain accurate records of student work and attendance
- Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment
- Grade and return student work in a timely manner
- Counsel students regarding their grades and progress in the course
- Comply with the university’s professional development procedures for online instructors
The successful candidate must meet the SACSCOC guidelines for teaching graduate classes, which is a terminal degree in the field of instruction, or a combination of a graduate degree and significant work experience in the field. Preferably, the candidate will be an elder law attorney or have experience working in an elder law practice.
Preferred Qualifications
Because this position will teach exclusively in the fully online Gerontology Program, the following will also be sought:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of online pedagogy
- Experience in teaching online students
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. The application must be completed in full detail for your qualifications to be considered.
Applicants are required to upload the following documents with their electronic application:
- Resume
- List of References
- Name
- Company Name
- Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
- Email Address
- Contact Phone Number
Review of applications will begin on 07/01/2022 and continue until the position is filled. We are accepting electronic submissions only. Applicants should apply through the JobSearch portal at
Recruitment Range
Org #-Department
Org #-Department Social Work - 12401
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 06/03/2022
For Best Consideration Date
For Best Consideration Date 07/01/2022
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
FTE
FTE 0.225
Type of Appointment
Type of Appointment Temporary
Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year
Number of Months per Year 9
FLSA
ADA Checklist
ADA Checklist
"R" for Rare (0-30%),"O" for Occasional (30-60%),"F" for Frequent (60-90%),"C" for Constant (90-100%).
Physical Effort
Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Reading, Writing, Eye-hand coordination, Hearing, Talking, Standing, Sitting
Work Environment Inside
Required Documents
Supplemental Questions
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- UNC School System Job Board
- Personal Networking
- Indeed.com
- NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
- Other
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(Open Ended Question)
- * Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
- Yes
- No