Continuing Education Instructor

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• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Altoona's Office of Continuing Education is seeking applications from individuals interested in teaching non-credit classes as part of the Penn State Altoona – Penn State DuBois Workforce Development Collaborative.

Various courses, both short-term and long-term programs, will be offered during the day, evening, and on weekends in several formats as requested by employers. Classes may be provided in-person at one of the campuses, at corporate locations, or in a virtual format. Courses can serve as education toward professional development, industry-recognized credentials and up-skilling employees on new processes within a company or industry. Instructors are needed to teach any educational programs needed to meet the demands of an occupation in many sectors including, but not limited to:

• Business 
• Healthcare
• Behavioral Health
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Railroad Technology
• Transportation
• Logistics
• Quality Control/Inspection

Job duties may include:

• Developing, organizing, and presenting materials.
• Preparing grade/assessment reports.
• Monitoring student attendance.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Instructors should have at least a bachelor’s degree, industry expertise and/or work experience in the subject matter area.
• Teaching experience with adult students is preferred.

Please submit a letter of application and resume. A teaching demonstration may be required. Compensation for these classes is an hourly rate, determined based on instructor experience and the frequency and duration of each class.

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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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