Visiting Lecturer II in FYEX and History job in Albuquerque

Visiting Lecturer II in FYEX and History
Posting Number req28915
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type Visiting
Hiring Department Gallup Branch
Academic Location Gallup Branch
Campus Gallup
Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
This position is for the University of New Mexico-Gallup Branch located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM

The University of New Mexico-Gallup invites applications for a full-time Visiting Lecturer II (FYEX and History) to begin in August 2024. We are one of four branch community colleges of the University of New Mexico and serve approximately 2200 students. Located in Gallup NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, UNM-Gallup is situated in the Four Corners region and near the Navajo Nation, Zuni Pueblo, and Hopi Reservation. The city of Gallup has a population of 22,000 and the surrounding areas provide an abundance of outdoor recreational activities, various museums, and extraordinary cultural vibrancy, while maintaining a small-town feel.

UNM-Gallup serves a hugely diverse student population with 100+ full time and part-time faculty members. We are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission offering Associate degrees, selected Bachelor’s degrees, Career Technical Education certificate programs, and adult basic education (ABE/GED), workforce training, and personal enrichment courses. UNM-Gallup serves multiple high school populations including McKinley Academy, Middle College High School, and the Center for Career and Technical Education.

It is an exciting time to join our faculty as we are expanding our programs, engaging with our community, establishing multiple endowments, and pursuing grant opportunities while hiring a substantial cohort of new faculty.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach 30 credits per academic year, in the areas of: The first-year experience (FYEX) and History courses as needed by the FAHSS Division. In addition, the selected candidate will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through actively practicing inclusive behavior and proactively managing bias.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in History from an accredited institution
Preferred Qualifications:

Three or more years of experience teaching high-school students
Experience teaching at UNM-Gallup, or in a similar community college environment
A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

This position will remain open until filled.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.