Social Sciences and History Adjunct instructor, Katz Associate Degree Programs

Position Summary:       

The Mordecai and Monique Katz Associate Degree Programs are seeking adjunct instructors to teach college courses. Courses will be given in person at the Beren Campus and/or the Wilf Campus.

Adjunct instructors in Social Sciences and History teach the following courses at either the Beren Campus in Midtown Manhattan or the Wilf Campus in Washington Heights: 

Introduction to Sociology
Introduction to American Politics
Introduction to Psychology
Developmental Psychology
History of Social Movements
Media Revolutions

Position Responsibilities:

• Teach in person up to 2 courses per semester
• Office hours, minimal 2 hours weekly
• Locations: Wilf Campus (185th St & Amsterdam Avenue) and/or Beren Campus (33rd St & Lexington Avenue)
• Attend 2 in-person professional development sessions per semester (one prior to the semester, one during the semester)
• Submit mid-semester progress reports on each student
• Complete course Assessment reports
• Utilize university instructional systems and record systems, including Canvas, Starfish (Yeshiva Success Network), and Banner

Experience & Educational Background:

• Master’s degree in related field required; PhD preferred
• For business subjects, experience applying knowledge in real-world business environment required
• Experience in teaching required

About Us: Mordecai and Monique Katz Associate Degree Programs

The Mordecai and Monique Katz Associate Degree Programs offer students the best of Yeshiva University: a rigorous Jewish and secular education combined with our vibrant on-campus experience. Both the AS in Management and AA in Liberal Arts are full-time, residential programs completed in 5 semesters over 2 years (including 1 required summer semester). Through a carefully planned curriculum and nationally-recognized student success initiatives, students gain the skills and knowledge needed to thrive.

Upon graduation, students have a choice of pathways: if they wish to continue their education and have achieved a 3.0 cumulative GPA, they can seamlessly transition to Yeshiva University's bachelor’s degree programs at Stern College for Women, Sy Syms School of Business, or Yeshiva College. If they wish to pursue professional opportunities, they will be well equipped to join the professional world.

Additional Information:

The Mordecai and Monique Katz Associate Degree Programs are seeking applications for adjunct instructors in the following additional subjects: 

• Accounting
  • Foundations of Financial Accounting I
  • Foundations of Financial Accounting II
•  Economics
  • Principles of Economics
• Music and Arts
  • Sense of Music
  • Music History – introductory level
  • Art History – introductory level
• Science for Non-majors
  • Human Genetics
  • Biology & Public Health
  • Scientific Literacy for Responsible Citizenship
  • Science Fundamentals (survey of biology, chemistry, and physics)
  • Biology, Public Health, Scientific Literacy, and Science Surveys

These positions are posted on Yeshiva University's website here.

Application Instructions:

Please include a CV.

Salary Range: 

$6,400 - $6,400

About Us:        

Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more. 

We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve.  We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.

The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University’s retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:    

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.