Adjunct Instructor - Communication

Description

General Job Brief

The Adjunct Instructor - Communication may teach Communication, Digital Media Arts, and Business courses. Instructors are responsible for preparing and delivering all course materials, including the syllabus, lecture, and other course delivery preparation, as well as keeping attendance records. The ACU Department of Business Administration is a growing, dynamic program within the University, with graduates taking positions of influence in their career fields and furthering studies at prestigious graduate institutions. The Department of Business Administration is particularly interested in Public Speaking, Multi-Media Production, Digital Media Arts, Digital Marketing Communication, and related areas. This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through the performance of its duties, including person-to-person mentorship and discipleship.

Duties, Tasks, Responsibilities

• To advocate for the mission and vision of ACU and as the representative of the Department of Business Administration to ACU administration and outside constituencies.
• To meaningfully advance the recruitment of students and the growth of ACU's Department of Business Administration through coordination with ACU recruiting staff, attendance at recruiting events, communication with prospective students, and other methods.
• To develop written syllabi and required course materials.
• To evaluate the subject matter taught and maintenance of student records.
• To prepare and grade exams.
• To maintain office hours to advise and assist students.
• To participate in departmental and university-wide meetings.
• To provide spiritual support and prayer to students and staff.
• To participate in curriculum and program development and assessment.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chair, Dean, and/or the Provost.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Completing other duties and tasks with utmost integrity and professionalism, as directed, and not necessarily mentioned in this description, may be asked on a volunteer basis.
• Commitment to the University's faith statement, mission, and purposes; and an active Christian faith.
• Comfort and familiarity with the practice of praying with and for others, including students, faculty, and fellow University staff.
• The ability to meaningfully support and encourage students, faculty, and staff from a biblical worldview perspective, using relevant and applicable references from the Old and New Testaments and orthodox Christian writings.
• Demonstrated alignment with and enthusiastic support for the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University, including signing the University's Statement of Faith and Core Commitments annually.

Abilities and Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or styles.
• Ability to make compelling and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various abstract and concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret various instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to apply logical or scientific thinking principles to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.

Education and Experience

• Applicants must possess a graduate degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Communication. A graduate degree with an emphasis in Communication is preferred.
• At least three years of experience teaching in a higher education setting is preferred.
• The position requires experience in and commitment to fostering a deep biblical worldview understanding of the study of Communication, specifically through integrating biblical worldview in the classroom and throughout the Department's curriculum, course development, classroom instruction, and faculty development.
• Experience with various instructional delivery systems, including integration of technology into coursework.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Evidence of a Christian commitment with interest in and ability to integrate orthodox biblical principles and learning.

Working Conditions

• Requires the ability to read, write, see, hear, and speak clearly.
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, or sit for long periods.
• Requires working on a computer, PC, or laptop; ability to work these and office-related equipment.
• May be required to lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Time Required

Classes typically meet for an hour and fifteen minutes, twice a week on campus. In addition to 2.5 hours of weekly class time, the position requires course preparation, student office hours, grading, and administration.

Fair Labor Standards Act

This position is considered part-time, exempt from overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws.