Public Relations - Adjunct Instructor (Pool)

Belmont University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee is inviting applications for a Public Relations - Adjunct Instructor (Pool). The position is part-time and includes responsibilities such as creating syllabi, managing online grading, and ensuring timely submission of grades.

The ideal candidate will hold at least a master’s degree or a bachelor’s with significant public relations experience. Effective communication skills and the ability to integrate technology in teaching are essential. Join a Christ-centered community dedicated to student success.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to support, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
• Ability to learn and use BannerWeb for student grading.
• Knowledge of current developments in public relations.

Responsibilities

• Create syllabus and timeline for classes each semester.
• Manage online grading system and submit grades on time.
• Provide meeting time for students.

Skills

Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques

Skilled in the use of computers and MS Office

Ability to integrate technology into teaching

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively

Education

Master's degree in appropriate field or bachelor's degree with significant public relations experience

At least 18 credit hours in the discipline

Job description

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

Employment Type

Adjunct (part time)

Internal Job Category

Adjunct
Part‑Time

Department

Public Relations

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• 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

• Master's degree in appropriate field or bachelor's degree and significant professional public relations experience required.
• At least 18 credit hours in the discipline required.
• Accreditation in Public Relations preferred.

Preferred 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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