AIC Communication/Marketing/Business Adjunct Faculty

Nelson University; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,104 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

Nelson University invites applications for an Adjunct Professor position in Communications/Marketing/Business at the Nelson American Indian College site in Phoenix, AZ. The role focuses on Communications and Marketing within Public Speaking and Business, with teaching scheduled day or night, or Saturdays, at an off-campus teaching site.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in related fields or be qualified per accreditation criteria, and must align with the Assemblies of God mission;

Qualifications

• Academic qualifications commensurate with accreditation criteria.
• Established teaching abilities and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work harmoniously with faculty, staff, administration, and students.
• Adaptability to change and innovation.
• Understanding of diverse populations and inclusive teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Adjunct faculty teach courses as assigned by the Dean; courses may be day, night, or Saturday.
• Prepare syllabi and select textbooks; oversee student evaluations and grading.
• Provide 30 minutes of weekly availability per course for student consultations.
• Familiarize with the University Policy Manual and campus policies.
• Wear professional attire and manage timely class start/end.
• Contribute to instructional and spiritual formation activities per University policies.

Skills

Teaching ability

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in Communications/Marketing/Business or related field

Job description

Location: On campus Only

Position Type: Part Time

Institutional Mission

Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually, academically, professionally, and cross-culturally for their God‑given careers and callings.

Position Overview

Nelson American Indian College, located in Phoenix, Arizona, is currently accepting applications for an Adjunct Professor Position in Communications/Marketing/Business. The focus is on Communications and Marketing within Public Speaking and Business.

Nelson AIC is an Off‑Campus Teaching Site with Nelson University in Waxahachie, Texas. We are an Assemblies of God institution and all applicants must be willing to subscribe to a statement of faith for final consideration in addition to professional and academic requirements.

Faculty intentionally provide a curriculum characterized by currency, harmony with Assemblies of God doctrine, and supported by biblical integration across all disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Adjunct faculty teach courses as assigned by the Dean. Courses may be scheduled during day or night hours, or Saturdays.
• Instructors will prepare syllabi in accordance with the institutional model, initiate the process of textbook selection in a timely fashion, oversee quality educational experiences for students, produce evaluations and scores of student performance via the learning management system, and submit final grades per the posted schedule.
• Adjunct faculty are required to provide 30 minutes of availability per week per course for student consultations (on a select day or attached to a class).
• Adjunct faculty members will be issued a copy of the University’s Institutional Policy Manual and expected to familiarize themselves with the policies of the University.
• Adjunct faculty are required to wear professional attire during class and begin and end each class on time.
• Adjunct faculty are required to carry out instructional and spiritual formation activities with students and staff in accord with University policies and practices.
• All part time faculty are invited (but not required) to attend department meetings.
• Adjunct faculty are not required but encouraged to attend the Faculty In‑Service meetings. Likewise, adjunct faculty are not required but encouraged to participate in commencement ceremonies.
• Adjunct faculty are required to connect and communicate with Department Chairs on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• Academic qualifications commensurate with accreditation criteria.
• Established teaching abilities, strong written and verbal communication skills, and knowledge of subject area.
• Ability to work harmoniously with faculty, staff, administration, and students.
• Adaptability to change and innovation.
• Faculty members report to and are accountable to the Department Chair, College Dean, any local Administrative Dean when serving at an Extension Site, and the Vice President for Academics.
• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited university in Communications/Marketing/Business or related field or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 hours in Communications/Marketing.
• Ability to effectively communicate across diverse populations in verbal and written expression.

Faith Commitment

Personal faith consistent with Nelson University’s evangelical Christian mission. Active participation in a local church community; Assemblies of God affiliation preferred.

Compensation

Compensation is determined according to established pay scales and is based on credentials and teaching assignments.

Contact

Dr. Carl Vanderpool, Administrative Dean
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