English - Adjunct Instructor (Pool)

Belmont University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Belmont University is accepting applications for a qualified English Adjunct Instructor (Pool) to manage up to nine workload hours per semester. Responsibilities include creating syllabi, providing meeting times for students, and managing an online grading system.

The ideal candidate must hold a Master's degree in a specific discipline, with a preference for a PhD, along with the ability to effectively communicate and integrate technology into teaching. Higher education teaching experience is also preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.
• Demonstrated ability to support, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Higher education teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assigned up to nine workload hours per semester.
• Create syllabus and timeline of classes for students each semester.
• Provide meeting time for students.
• Manage online grading system and submit grades in a timely fashion.

Skills

Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study

Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques

Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software

Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process

Education

Master's degree in a specific discipline

Job description

We are now accepting applications for a qualified English – Adjunct Instructor (Pool) at Belmont University.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assigned up to nine workload hours per semester.
• Create syllabus and timeline of classes for students each semester.
• Provide meeting time for students.
• Manage online grading system and submit grades in a timely fashion.
• Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies.
• The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study.
• Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to support, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
• Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
• Ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University’s online integrated database system for student grading.
• Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
• Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
• Master's degree in a specific discipline; PhD preferred.
• Higher education teaching experience preferred.

Additional Requirements

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

EEO Statement

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