Adjunct Specialist in Leadership and Public Speaking
Teach leadership and public speaking to high-achieving Emirati high school students in NYU Abu Dhabi’s Summer Academy.
Best for:Best for educators with a background in leadership development, public speaking, and teaching experience in cross-cultural academic environments.
Overview
This position is for an Adjunct Specialist to lead the Leadership and Public Speaking (LPS) course in NYU Abu Dhabi’s 18-month Summer Academy. The program prepares Emirati high school students for top-tier universities by developing academic, cultural, and social skills. The Specialist will design and deliver course content, mentor students, and contribute to co-curricular activities. The role emphasizes hands-on teaching, curriculum development, and student mentorship in a cross-cultural academic setting. Applicants must demonstrate expertise in leadership training, public speaking, and teaching experience at the university or high school level.
What you'll do
- Teach Leadership and Public Speaking to two cohorts of high school students (Summer I and Summer II) over five weeks in Abu Dhabi.
- Develop and deliver course content focused on leadership theory, public speaking techniques, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
- Supervise and coordinate instruction with teaching assistants, ensuring consistent high-quality delivery across sections.
- Provide regular feedback to students, both orally and in writing, and submit detailed progress evaluations for recommendation letters.
- Participate in faculty meetings to discuss student progress and contribute to program improvement.
- Support co-curricular activities, including leading student excursions, trips, and evening events to enhance the learning experience.
- Attend pre-program meetings and training sessions to prepare for the summer session.
- Ensure a safe and engaging environment for students during day trips and extracurricular activities.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Education, Public Relations, Psychology, or a related educational field
Language: English; proficiency required for instruction and student interaction
Instruction: English
- Public Speaking Certification (e.g., Toastmasters Competent Communicator or Distinguished Toastmaster)
- Leadership Development Certification (e.g., John Maxwell Team or Center for Creative Leadership)
- Experience teaching public speaking, communication, or leadership courses at the university or high school level
- Ability to design and develop curricula focused on public speaking, leadership, or communication skills
- Proficiency in interactive teaching methodologies, such as workshops and experiential learning
- Experience supervising students in academic or co-curricular settings
- UAE citizen or UAE residence visa holder
- Eligible for an NOC (No Objection Certificate) letter from current employer/sponsor (if applicable)
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applicants must submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae in PDF format via the NYU Abu Dhabi careers portal. For detailed instructions, visit the NYUAD careers website. Contact nyuad.sa.positions@nyu.edu for inquiries.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Contact
NYU Abu Dhabi HR· Careers Office
https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/academic-support.html
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