Faculty Member: Sociology in London

Position: Faculty Member - Sociology – On-site, London.

About Verto Education: Verto is a mission-driven organization dedicated to giving students the best possible start to college by incorporating travel and experiential education into the first year. We create transformational global experiences and partner with universities across the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver courses using the provided syllabi, LMS (Canvas), and textbook resources, ensuring all curricular content aligns with Verto’s academic policies.
• Adhere to local and global faculty and course requirements, including delivery of scheduled contact hours and compliance with the academic calendar.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that respects all students, faculty, and staff.
• Design discipline-based, up-to-date course content and applied learning experiences, advancing curricular experimentation with active and experiential methods.
• Assess student work, provide timely formative feedback, and evaluate mastery of course objectives and learning outcomes.
• Participate in dedicated faculty training and professional development: up to ten hours per semester before the program start and an additional five hours during the semester.
• Attend regular faculty meetings (individual and group) and support ongoing faculty development activities.
• Teach all scheduled courses, host weekly office hours, and respond promptly to student inquiries.
• Champion student success through close monitoring of attendance, engagement, and academic support needs; refer students to appropriate learning support services.
• Enforce policies on attendance and academic integrity, addressing grading questions and appeals directly with students and academic staff.
• Maintain accurate academic records related to enrollment, attendance, and performance, and submit grades on time through the LMS and the Academic Provider’s reporting software.
• Foster respectful, learner-centered classrooms that support early college student development.
• Use professional language, deliver constructive feedback, and negotiate conflicts effectively.
• Manage classroom dynamics and power relationships responsibly.
• Audit course materials for representation and inclusion of diverse perspectives.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with participants, staff, and community partners.
• Share feedback with local and global academic leaders to enhance academic excellence and faculty support.
• Participate in curriculum development projects and assessment initiatives as directed by the University of New Haven and Verto Education.
• Perform other duties as reasonably assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required; a PhD in Sociology or a closely related field preferred.
• At least 18 graduate credits in the relevant field of study.
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience in Sociology, with at least one year at the university level.
• Demonstrated success teaching students with varied learning styles and abilities.
• Experience working effectively with students from diverse economic, racial, cultural, and educational backgrounds.
• Openness to feedback and a proven record of continuous improvement in teaching.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfort in implementing policies and standards that align with established regulations.
• Passion for active, experiential, reflective, and discussion-based learning that helps students derive meaning from their experiences.
• Collaborative mindset and enjoyment of teamwork and peer learning.
• Legal right to work in the United Kingdom; Verto Education does not sponsor visas.

Legal and EEO Statement: Verto Education is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Right to Work: You must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Verto Education cannot sponsor visas or permits of stay.

Accessibility & Accommodations: Verto is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you require support during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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