Adjunct Instructor Exercise and Sport Sciences

Wayland Baptist University; Wayland (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

A private Christian university seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Exercise and Sport Sciences. The instructor will teach one 3-hour course, promote academic programs, and engage with the community. Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in the relevant area and preferably have recent teaching experience. This part-time position is for one semester and emphasizes academic and spiritual development within the university's mission.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or 18 graduate hours in area of instruction required.
• Recent high school or University instructor experience preferred.
• Endorsement by the Dean or Vice President of Academic Affairs required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach one 3-hour course.
• Assist in promoting academic programs.
• Attend scheduled department meetings.
• Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by the Dean or Executive Director/Campus Dean.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Proficiency with computer software

Educational projection equipment

Education

Master’s Degree required in area of instruction

Terminal Degree is preferred for Undergraduate

Job description

Adjunct Instructor Exercise and Sport Sciences

LOCATION: Wayland Baptist University

SUPERVISED BY: Dean or Executive Director/Campus Dean

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt (Part-Time)

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

POSITION LONGEVITY: This is a one semester position and continued employment for this position is not guaranteed.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Adjunct Instructor will work under the supervision of the Dean or Executive Director/Campus Dean. As a part-time instructor of WBU he/she will represent the University’s academic and spiritual emphases to the students, faculty, staff, and the community in a manner consistent with the University’s mission and purpose.

SPECIFIC TASKS AND DUTIES:

• Prepare and teach one 3-hour course.
• Assist in promoting the academic programs and involvement with community activities.
• Attend scheduled department meetings.

The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by the Dean or Executive Director/Campus Dean.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A completed Wayland Baptist University application for employment with statement consistent with WBU’s Christian mission.

Education:

• Master’s Degree required in area of instruction or any master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in area of instruction.
• Terminal Degree is required for Graduate courses and preferred for Undergraduate.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Recent high school or University experience as an instructor is preferred.
• Endorsement by the Dean or Executive Director/Campus Dean and the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Skills and Abilities:

• Written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with computer software and educational projection equipment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance. If hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Employee must be able and willing to travel and teach at external campuses. Must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.

Wayland Baptist University does not illegally discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Under federal law, the university may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its mission and purpose. In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the University does not illegally discriminate on the basis of sex in the administration of educational policies, programs and activities.