Affiliate Faculty for Korean Studies Center Programs

Fuller Theological Seminary; Pasadena (CA); Remote; USD 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena invites applications for Seasonal Part-Time Adjunct Faculty in Korean Studies Center. The role involves teaching courses online and in person for one-week intensives, with opportunities to mentor students and contribute to program development.

Responsibilities include syllabus design, delivering engaging lectures, maintaining Canvas shells, and timely assessment. Remote work within the US may apply; candidates should have terminal theology degree and

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in theology or missiology or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Ability to propose a class aligning with program outcomes for ministry leaders.
• Experience with online and/or hybrid teaching.
• Affiliate faculty will not exceed 39 hours of work in one week or 8 hours of work in one day.
• Must provide own laptop for work.

Responsibilities

• Teach face-to-face, online synchronous, hybrid, or online asynchronous courses assigned by Program Chairs.
• Preparing syllabus and teaching curriculum according to department goals.
• Build and maintain Canvas course shells for student accessibility.
• Provide a learning environment that supports student success.
• Maintain virtual office hours and mentor students beyond the classroom.
• Deliver final grades in accordance with the academic calendar.
• Enforce student conduct policies as outlined in the student handbook.
• Remain current with trends in distance learning and theological education.

Skills

Online teaching experience

Adult learners

Education

Terminal theology degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Seasonal Part-Time Faculty Adj/Aff

Pasadena, CA, US

DEPT: Korean Studies Center

HOURS: Varies

FT/PT/TEMP: Temp

EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

Summary

The Fuller Korean Studies Center offers a Doctor of Ministry, Doctor of Global Leadership, and PhD in Intercultural Theology programs in the Korean language.

The calling to be a ministry leader is so important in the lives of people, local congregations and contexts, and so demanding upon those who serve in this role. Fuller KDMIN and KDGL has created a program of theological education that develops practitioners who are encouraged to think creatively, cultivate new skills, and nurture their hearts, so that they might pursue their calling with excellence and passion to meet the challenges of a changing world. The KPhD-ICT(Intercultural Theology) is offered alongside reputed PhD in Theology and PhD in Intercultural Studies programs at Fuller Theological Seminary. The PhD-ICT equips holders of masters degrees or professional doctorates as scholars at the highest levels in mission, theology, and Korean Christianity.

The availability of positions is variable and dependent upon the number of students and courses required. Screening of submitted applications begins when a teaching vacancy arises

This position works both online and in person for one-week intensives in Pasadena, California or other locations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching face to face, online synchronous, hybrid, or online asynchronous courses assigned by Program Chairs.
• Preparing of syllabus and teaching of curriculum according to the goals and objectives of the department.
• Build and maintain the online course shells in Canvas for student accessibility.
• Providing a learning environment that supports student success.
• Maintaining virtual office hours for each class and mentor and guide students beyond the classroom.
• Ensuring timely management and response to electronic correspondence from students, administrators, and other school officials.
• Leading forum discussions and engaging students in relevant discussion and coursework.
• Partnering with Program Chairs, Academic Advisors to address student concerns.
• Maintaining and submitting accurate and timely reports for student grades/progress.
• Delivering final grades in accordance with the academic calendar.
• Enforcing student conduct policies as outlined in the student handbook.
• Remain current with trends, techniques, and advances in distance learning and theological education.
• Responsible for daily electronic timekeeping as it applies to the scope of this position.
• Additional duties as may be assigned by the school.
• Potentially serve as theological and Intercultural mentor or tutor for PhD and doctoral projects and dissertations.

Experience and Skills Required

• Terminal degree of theological nature from an accredited college or university (Ph.D. of theological or missiological, Intercultural nature, D.Min., DMiss, DGL, DIS, D.Ed.Min) or equivalent professional experience.
• Must be able to propose a class that fits within the program learning outcomes and addresses the educational needs of ministry leaders.
• Able to work cooperatively within the seminary community.
• Able to support the goals and aims of the Ph.D. Intercultural Theology, Doctor of Ministry and Doctor of Global Leadership degrees.
• Sensitive to cultural, ethnic, gender and denominational differences.
• Able to support the Fuller Statement of Faith and abide by the community standards.
• Experience with online and/or hybrid mode teaching
• Affiliate faculty will not exceed 39 hours of work in one week or 8 hours of work in one day.
• Must provide own laptop for work.

Experience and Skills Preferred

• Knowledge of and experience with seminary education.
• Online teaching experience
• Experience with teaching adult learners

Additional Remarks

• Must be willing to abide by Fuller Community Standards
• Must be willing to sign the Fuller Statement of Faith
• Fully remote work within the United States is subject to payroll state approval by Fuller Theological Seminary

Pay Scale: Wage range the Seminary expects to pay $22.00 to $51.00 per hour USD.

Fuller Theological Seminary is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. To the extent required by law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. As a religious institution, Fuller Theological Seminary is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees or prospective employees for certain positions on the basis of religion.