English Adjunct Instructor

Concordia University, Nebraska; Seward (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Concordia University, Nebraska is seeking an English Adjunct Instructor for its Seward campus. The role involves teaching an English writing course every Tuesday and Thursday, and maintaining high standards of teaching excellence.

The ideal candidate will possess a graduate degree, innovative teaching experience, and be proficient in MS Word and PowerPoint. Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be committed to the values of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Innovative teaching experience.
• Knowledge of current trends in the area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Maintain curriculum integrity in collaboration with the program director.
• Facilitate course content according to stated objectives.
• Assess, evaluate, and monitor student progress.

Skills

Establish working relationships

Successful teaching experience

Use technology for teaching

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Proficiency with APA format

Education

Graduate degree in area of instruction

Tools

Blackboard course management system

Job description

Position

English Adjunct Instructor – located at the main campus in Seward, Nebraska. This role teaches an English writing course on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Must be at least 19 years of age.

Job Duties

• In collaboration with the program director, maintain the integrity of the curriculum.


• Facilitate the course content in accordance with the stated objectives.


• Maintain high standards of excellence in face‑to‑face formats.


• Serve as a role model for students in professional interactions.


• Facilitate individual and group learning goals.


• Moderate small group sessions.


• Demonstrate competency of theoretical knowledge in area(s) of expertise.


• Use appropriate teaching models to enhance student learning.


• Assess, evaluate, and monitor student progress.


• Provide timely feedback to students.


• Record and maintain accurate class records.


• Participate in course content meetings.


• Provide the program director with on‑going data related to student performance.


• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with professional practice.

Qualifications

• Possess ability to establish working relationships with students, peers, faculty members, the administrative team, and the community.


• Successful and innovative teaching experience.


• Experience or interest in adult and undergraduate education.


• Ability to use technology to support all aspects of teaching.


• Proficiency in the use of MS Word and PowerPoint.


• Willingness to learn and use the Blackboard course management system.


• Proficiency with APA format.


• Preference may be given to members of the LC‑MS.

Education and Experience

• Earned graduate degree in area of instruction.


• Experience in the field.


• Experience teaching youth and adults desirable.


• Knowledge of current trends in area(s) of expertise.

Special Position Requirements

• Must follow security policies that correspond to the level of sensitivity of the data they handle.


• Staff and faculty should promptly report any security concerns or incidents to designated personnel.


• Maintain security and patching of personal devices connected to the institutional email.


• Maintain high standards for institutional, staff, faculty, employee, and financial data used for business operations.


• Values and beliefs aligned with the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod.


• Committed to an environment of encouragement, teamwork, and excellence within a Christian university.


• Demonstrate character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self‑control, perseverance, and punctuality.


• Be professional and courteous in dealing with students, families, faculty, staff, and the general public.