AIC English/Rhetoric Adjunct Faculty

Nelson University; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

Nelson University in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Adjunct Professor of English/Rhetoric to teach Composition and Rhetoric for Freshman and Methods of Literature. This off-campus site partners with Nelson University in Waxahachie, TX.

We are an Assemblies of God institution requiring faith alignment. Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses, preparing syllabi, selecting textbooks, providing student consultations, and submitting grades on schedule.

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.
• Ability to effectively communicate across diverse populations in verbal and written expression.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned by the Dean, possibly day, night, or Saturdays.
• Prepare syllabi in accordance with institutional model and oversee textbook selection and grading per schedule.
• Provide 30 minutes of weekly availability per course for student consultations.
• Familiarize yourself with University policies via the Institutional Policy Manual.
• Wear professional attire and begin/end each class on time.
• Carry out instructional and spiritual formation activities with students and staff.
• Attend department meetings (optional for part-time faculty).
• Attend Faculty In-Service meetings and commencements (optional).
• Maintain regular communication with Department Chairs.

Skills

Teaching abilities

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in English/Rhetoric or related field

18 hours in English if Master’s in 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 English/Rhetoric. The focus is on Composition and Rhetoric for Freshman and Methods of Literature. 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 English/Rhetoric or English/Rhetoric-related field or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 hours in English.
• 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.

Application Process

Complete the fields to the right of this screen under “Apply here”. These fields contain intake information. After clicking submit application, you will be taken to the Nelson Employment Application where you will be asked to list references and previous employment positions. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Your resume may be included when submitting the application to the Human Resources Office.

• Copies of transcripts from all higher education institutions attended.
• A 3 to 5-page graduate-level writing sample.
• A written philosophy of Christian higher education.
• Two letters of reference, including one pastoral reference, if available.
• Completion of the Faculty Application Survey on Faith and Mission Alignment.

Employment Classification

This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Contact

Dr. Carl Vanderpool
Administrative Dean
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