Liberal Studies - Adjunct Instructor (Pool)

Belmont University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 27,900 - 55,800; Part time

Job summary

Belmont University in Nashville, TN is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Liberal Studies - Adjunct Instructor (Pool). This part-time role involves creating syllabi, managing online grading, and providing student support. A Master’s Degree and substantial teaching experience is required. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and the ability to integrate technology into education.

The position requires a commitment to departmental policies and procedures, alongside the completion of a satisfactory background check.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required and 18 credit hours in the relevant discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience teaching adult students.

Responsibilities

• Create syllabus and timeline of classes for students each semester.
• Manage online grading system and submit grades in a timely fashion.
• Provide meeting time for students.

Skills

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

Demonstrated ability to support, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students

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

Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Education

Master’s Degree with at least 18 credit hours in the discipline

Job description

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Liberal Studies - Adjunct Instructor (Pool) at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Adjunct (part time)

Internal Job Category

Adjunct, Part-Time

Department

Global Honors

Hours

Approximately 9 workload hours per semester.

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.

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.

Required Education

All instructors must have a minimum of a Master’s Degree and at least 18 credit hours in the discipline they are teaching.

Required Experience

At least 5 years of experience teaching adult students in a manner that utilizes adult learning theory.

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

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