Adjunct Instructor Graduate Engineering Management

The University seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Engineering Management for the College of Adult and Professional Studies (CAPS) to teach courses to international students in both hybrid and online formats. All graduate courses utilize pre-developed, standardized curricula (includes textbook selection, course syllabus, grading scale, and all learning objectives, assignments, assessments, and activities). Instructors are required to facilitate the course using these materials and resources, which are provided to students via the Moodle learning management system. Instructors are also required to attend residency for each in-seat course, which consists of one to two days of in-class instruction on campus.

Responsibilities for this position include:

• Nurture a positive online learning environment that fosters collegiality, critical thinking, personal growth, and mutual respect
• Effectively facilitate weekly course content, including all discussion forums and other learning activities
• Ensure completion of all learning outcomes as outlined in the course syllabus
• Regularly interact with students via weekly announcements and discussion forums
• Provide detailed and timely feedback on all student assignments
• Actively monitor student progress and timely completion of all assigned learning activities, and assist students as needed
• Identify at-risk students and refer them to appropriate academic support services
• Respond to all student questions and concerns in a timely manner
• Submit weekly attendance and final grades within required deadlines Expectations for the successful candidate:
• Evangelical Christian confession of faith and experience (Statement of Faith required at application)
• An earned doctorate in Engineering or related field from an accredited U.S. college/university
• Teaching experience in the area of engineering management or industrial experience in an engineering field, e.g. Project/Program management, Quality Engineering, Operations is preferred
• Exceptional interpersonal, oral presentation, and written communication skills
• Engaging facilitation style and appreciation of successful instructional approaches for a range of student academic abilities
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office (Moodle training will be provided)