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Adjunct Instructor - SMART Self Defense

Utah Valley University
  • Orem, UT
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    Adjunct Instructor - SMART Self Defense

    Salary

    Depends on Qualifications

    Location

    Main Campus - Orem

    Job Type

    Adjunct/Overload Teaching

    Job Number

    FY2706810

    Division

    VP Academic Affairs

    Department

    CHPS College Health/Public Service

    Opening Date

    11/05/2026

    Closing Date

    12/11/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

    Required Documents Needed to Apply

    Resume

    Applicant Support

    1-855-524-5627

    Support@schooljobs.com

    Continuous Search

    This position is posted on a continuous recruitment basis. This means that applications are accepted even though there may not be a position currently available.

    • Description
    • Benefits
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    Position Announcement

    Utah Valley University seeks Adjunct Instructors to teach SMART Self-Defense.

    Summary of Responsibilities

    The successful candidate will perform some or all of the following duties:

    • Design and teach courses in SMART Self-Defense.
    • Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
    • Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary.
    • Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms and laboratories through using appropriate teaching methods.
    • Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
    • Maintains a student-oriented approach to education.
    • Recommends students for advancement and graduation.
    • Maintains and submits accurate, up-to-date reports and records on student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
    • Coordinates cooperative work experience programs and students as assigned.
    • Assists counselors, department chairperson and/or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
    • Thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adheres to these policies.
    • Maintains safe, desirable laboratory and classroom conditions.

    Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

    Candidates must be actively employed by the Elizabeth Smart Foundation at the time of application.

    Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

    • Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies and techniques.
    • Extensive knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
    • Extensive knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, program development and evaluation.
    • Thorough knowledge of the appropriate field of study.
    • Thorough knowledge of counseling and advising techniques.
    • Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
    • Skill in public speaking and report writing.
    • Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
    • Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
    • Ability to work effectively with people.

    EEO Statement:

    UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

    Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

    Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

    • Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:

    • Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)

    • Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)

    • Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

    • Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness

    • Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union's (UCCU) branch on UVU's campus when becoming a member

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    Are you an active employee of the Elizabeth Smart Foundation?

    • Yes
    • No

    Required Question

    Employer Utah Valley University

    Address 800 W. University Parkway

    Orem, Utah, 84058

    Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

    Website http://www.uvu.edu

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationOrem, UT
    IndustryEducation
    Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
    Year Founded1941
    Websitehttp://www.uvu.edu/

    About Company

    Utah Valley University was established in 1941 as Central Utah Vocational School (CUVS) with the primary function of providing war production training. CUVS was part of the Provo School District located in south Provo. The institution received a state appropriation in March 1945 of $50,000 to operate for the 1945-1947 biennium. In 1947, the school received funding as a permanent state institution. A new site for the school was acquired on University Avenue in Provo in 1948; in the 1952, the state appropriated funding for the first construction on that site. As enrollments grew, the state acquired over 185 acres in southwest Orem and the first building was completed in 1977. Today, the University’s facilities consist of a combined total of 412 acres with 50 buildings with campuses in Orem, Provo, and Heber City and property in Vineyard and at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi.

    Skills

    • Laboratoryunmatched
    • Mock Upunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Program Evaluationunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Quality Assurance Methodologyunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • School Attendanceunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Training/Teaching Curriculumunmatched
    • Training/Teaching Materialsunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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