Adjunct Faculty: Education

Brenau; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Brenau University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in the Carole Ann Daniel College of Education at the Gainesville campus. The candidate will teach a range of graduate and undergraduate education courses, including online formats, and supervise graduate student research and dissertations. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D.

or Ed.D. in Education and demonstrated experience teaching online and at the graduate level, with a strong emphasis on meeting deadlines and supporting

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. from an accredited institution in Elementary, Middle/Secondary Education, Special Education or Leadership in Higher Education with teaching experience.
• Ability to meet administrative deadlines and contribute to department initiatives.
• Experience teaching online courses and graduate level courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of graduate and undergraduate education and higher education courses in multiple formats, including online; supervise dissertation advising.

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Education

Job description

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Adjunct Faculty: Education

Adjunct Faculty Faculty Gainesville, Gainesville, GA, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1718

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

Brenau University is an equal opportunity employer and educator. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal or state laws in its employment practices or educational programs.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:

Brenau University is a drug-free workplace as certified by the Georgia Workers Compensation Board.

ELIGIBILITY:

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the confirmed start date. This includes being a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national with work authorization that doesn't require employer sponsorship. Individuals must maintain this eligibility throughout employment.

Brenau University invites applications to apply for an Adjunct Instructor position in the Carole Ann Daniel College of Education.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. from a fully accredited institution of higher education in Elementary, Middle/Secondary Grades Education, Special Education or Leadership in Higher Education and previous university teaching experience or significant K-12 classroom or leadership experience.
• Willingness to cheerfully contribute to service initiatives at the department and university level
• Teaching experience-- online courses
• Teaching experience --graduate level courses
• Required ability to meet administrative deadlines from the department and from the University
• Top Priority is given to applicants who have demonstrated experience supporting doctoral students through the dissertation process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in curriculum design and delivery using current industry trends and issues along with requirements set forth by the GAPSC
• The ability to create and support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in all aspects of the work.
• Experience with or understanding of data reporting for accreditation purposes
• Superior interpersonal, organizational, and oral/written communication skills

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Duties include teaching a variety of graduate and undergraduate courses in education and higher education in various formats, and guiding graduate level research and dissertation advising. The successful candidate will develop and deliver courses in a variety of modes, including online courses that ensure quality and effective assessment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory responsibilities required.

Work Hours:

Part-time, less than 20 hours per week. Nights/weekends as needed.

This is a fixed-term, non-continuous position. Employment duration is determined by contract, with appointments issued on a semester-by-semester basis. Continuation is subject to departmental need, enrollment, and satisfactory performance.

Environmental and Working Conditions/ Physical Demands and Aptitudes:

Mostly Sedentary work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment related to teaching. Prolonged periods sitting and standing. worker is required to have close visual acuity to grade papers, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Must have the ability to travel short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Exerting up to 15 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Some repetitive motion.

Title IX Implications:

Responsible employee

Any employee who is not a confidential employee. Brenau University requires that all Responsible Employees MUST report any possible sexual harassment or discrimination based on sex to the Title IX Coordinator when the employee has information about conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination or sex-based harassment under Title IX or this part. Employees are encouraged to report these concerns in writing via email. When an employee or a student (or a person who has a legal right to act on behalf of a student) informs any employee (including both Responsible and Confidential employees) of the employee’s or student’s pregnancy or related conditions, that employee must promptly provide that person with the Title IX Coordinator’s contact information and inform that person that the Title IX Coordinator can coordinate specific actions to prevent sex discrimination and ensure the employee’s or student’s equal access to the Recipient’s education program or activity.

Payroll Status:

Salary- Exempt (paid bi-weekly)

Campus Designation:

This is a position based at the Historic Gainesville Campus located in Gainesville, Georgia.

Remote Work Available:

Remote work options may be available for this position at the supervisor's discretion. Decisions are made on a case-by-case basis depending on departmental needs, job duties, class structure, and performance.

Special Requirements:

Brenau University conducts various screenings to ensure a safe and secure environment. These checks are a condition of employment and may be performed at different times throughout employment. (1) Background Checks: All new hires must undergo a criminal background check. To maintain employment, individuals must have and maintain a favorable criminal history. The university may also conduct random background checks. Additional checks may be performed for certain roles. (2) Credit Checks: required for positions that handle university funds or credit cards or as otherwise required. (3) Motor Vehicle and Driving Checks: employees who operate a university vehicle or drive on university business must have a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) run as part of the new hire process or as the requirement to drive is added to job responsibilities. To be approved for university travel, employees must meet the following criteria: be at least 21 years old, have and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license, and have and maintain a good driving record. As a condition of employment, employees must report any arrest (within five days of its occurrence) to the Office of Human Resources, including traffic violations for those listed on our auto insurance policy. Disclosure of subsequent legal action (conviction, dismissal of charges, etc.) must also be reported to the Office of Human Resources. It will be evaluated considering continued employment with the immediate supervisor. (4) Drug Screening: pre-employment/post-offer drug screens and random drug screens are performed for certain sensitive positions. Random drug screens are also performed on those who travel regularly, or those who operate a university vehicle. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug screening.

Additional Requirements:

• Subject to random criminal history background checks
• Must be willing to submit to and pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Time-Off & Blackout Dates:

Time-off requests and university blackout periods are managed through the direct supervisor and the ADP employee portal.

Licensure Requirements:

Proof of any professional degree, license, or certification (collectively, “Credentials”) required to competently perform the work for which the employee is hired must have been submitted at the time of application for the position. Discovery during the course of employee’s employment that applicable Credentials have lapsed, been terminated, were misrepresented, or were falsified may result in immediate termination of employee’s employment.

All positions will be filled pending budgetary review.