Quarterly Lecturer - Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries

Santa Clara University; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 9,552 - 38,208; Part time

Job summary

Santa Clara University seeks a Quarterly Lecturer for the Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries to teach courses in Theology, Spirituality, Ethics, and related areas. Courses are offered in-person and online on the quarter system.

Responsibilities include teaching up to two courses per quarter and up to four courses in fall, winter, and spring, with emphasis on high-quality instruction and student engagement. A Ph.D. or equivalent is required along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications require a Ph.D. or equivalent and experience teaching graduates.
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching at the college level.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Preferred: experience with inclusive pedagogy and online teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Theology, Spirituality, Ethics, Restorative Justice, Liturgy, Pastoral Ministries, Latina/o Ministries, Youth and Young Adult Ministries.
• Plan and teach up to two courses per quarter and up to four courses per academic year.
• Fulfill responsibilities including syllabus alignment, grading, office hours, and evaluations.

Job description

Position Title

Quarterly Lecturer - Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries

Position Type

Temporary

Salary Range

$9,552 (per 4 or 5 unit course)

Purpose

The Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries in the Department of Religious Studies at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, seeks applicants for Quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in Theology, Spirituality, Ethics, Restorative Justice, Liturgy, Pastoral Ministries, Latina/o Ministries, Youth and Young Adult Ministries. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. The Pastoral Ministries program courses are offered in a two modalities: in-person and on-line. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system, and the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final examinations. This is an applicant pool; as such, positions are hired as needed. The successful candidate will teach no more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four courses over the fall, winter and spring quarters.

Basic Qualifications

1. Ph.D. or equivalent. Experience teaching graduates is preferred.
2. Demonstrate excellence in teaching at the college level.
3. Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academics for all students.
2. Experience in teaching and mentoring a diverse population of graduate students.
3. Have training and experience in online teaching, as well as interest in pastoral ministries.

Responsibilities

Teaching (100%). Teaching duties will not exceed more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four in any academic year, and will include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:

1. Planning and teaching courses as assigned.
2. Fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:
   • Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings (face-to-face and online) in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively.
   • Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students.
   • Providing opportunities for office hours or student meetings outside of class (can be online, face-to-face, before/after class sessions).
   • Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline.
   • Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for courses taught.
   • Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Executive Director to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.

Requested Application Materials

1. Letter of interest outlining qualifications, teaching experience and teaching philosophy.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Names and contact information for two references.

Questions can be directed to

[e-mail]

Additional Information

Please note that your employment is subject to the terms of a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 ("Local 1021"; see https://www.scu.edu/provost/faculty-affairs/cba-ntt/).

Telecommute

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination:

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy or related conditions, reproductive health decisionmaking, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University's equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX website at https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/.

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Americans with Disabilities Act

Consistent with its obligations under the law, Santa Clara University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources ADA Team at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone].

Work Authorization

SCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.