Media & Entertainment Industries - Adjunct Instructor (Pool)

Belmont University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Belmont University is seeking a qualified part-time Adjunct Instructor for the Media & Entertainment Industries program in Nashville, Tennessee. The successful candidate will teach courses based on their expertise in fields such as Film & Television, Festivals, and Theme Parks while supporting the university's mission.

A Bachelor's degree is required, with a Master's preferred. Candidates should have previous higher education teaching experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of relevant subject matter. This role includes creating syllabi, managing online grading, and engaging with students effectively.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study.
• Demonstrated ability to support, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
• Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.

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 instructional strategies and techniques

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of subject matter

Skilled in MS Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Master's or terminal degree preferred

Tools

BannerWeb

Job description

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Media & Entertainment Industries – Adjunct Instructor (Pool) at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Adjunct (part time)

Internal Job Category

Adjunct – Part Time

Department

Media & Entertainment Ind

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Entertainment Industry Studies program is seeking applicants in multiple areas of the entertainment industries to teach courses specific to their work expertise. Experience within the Fairs, Festivals, Theme Parks, Film & Television, Radio or Entertainment Tourism Industries is ideal. Successful applicants may come with a background in accounting, economics, branding, management, licensing, marketing, law, communication or talent representation.

• Assigned up to nine workload hours per semester.
• Create syllabus, 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

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

• Form diverse leaders of character;
• Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
• And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.
• 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

Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent experience required. Master's or terminal degree preferred.

Required Experience

Higher education teaching experience preferred.

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

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