Position Details
First- Year Studies Instructional Staff
The University of Tampa invites applications for a First-Year Studies instructional staff position. First-Year Studies is a key part of the University of Tampa’s general education program, Spartan Studies. We seek an individual who is prepared to make an enthusiastic contribution to helping first-time in college and transfer students make a successful transition into the University community. This person will teach eight sections of the UTampa 101/102 course. This two-semester first-year study course is designed to help students discover learning opportunities and engage in educational experiences that will enhance the academic skills and social connections necessary for success.
Additionally, this individual will provide logistical and administrative support for Spartan Studies and First- Year Studies, including:
- Course schedule management using the University’s student information system, Workday.
- Update and maintain departmental information in the University catalog.
- Website and digital content management.
- Manage the Spartan Studies course proposal submission process.
- Financial and purchasing administration.
- Event planning and coordination
- Scheduling and monitoring various assessment instruments and surveys.
The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially based private institution of 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UTampa reflects this vibrancy; with twenty consecutive years of enrollment growth, UTampa boasts 229 student organizations, a multicultural student body from fifty states and 140 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.
The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than two hundred areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences, and Social Sciences, Math, and Education, and thirteen master's programs.
The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate based on age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job-related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experience with diverse populations.
Qualifications
The qualified applicant will hold a master’s or doctoral-level degree. Previous teaching experience with first-year students and/or first-year experience programs preferred.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
Additional Required Questions to add to the job requisition in lieu of a cover letter.
- Why are you interested in teaching in first-year studies, and why do you think you would be a good fit at UTampa? Be sure to address experience working with both first-year students and transfer students.
- What strategies do you use to create a learning environment where every student can participate meaningfully?
- Discuss your experience teaching hybrid/online and how you promote engagement.
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Summer Schedule: Monday - Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Additional hours required upon the demands of the division and college.
The University of Tampa offers great benefits, including:
• Employees receive free tuition. Tax dependents receive a 75% tuition discount, which rises to 100% after five consecutive years of service.
• Generous paid leave
• Wellness initiatives
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Free Access to Campus Amenities (library, campus events, and more)
• Fitness Center
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• And more
Submission Guidelines
To receive full consideration for employment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload required documents for this position at time of application submission. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.
Background Check Requirements
Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a motor vehicle report and/or a credit report.
Additional Information
This description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not to determine specific duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Essential functions and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific task assigned to the position.
Skills Required
- Master's or doctoral-level degree
- Previous teaching experience with first-year students
What We Do
The University of Tampa is a private, residential university located in Tampa, Florida, that offers a wide range of academic programs and experiential learning opportunities.
