Adjunct - Christian Ministries

Adjunct - Christian Ministries

MID-AMERICA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY INC - 3.7

Oklahoma City, OK Job Details Part-time | Full-time 12 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation YouTube Word processing Online learning environment experience Video conferencing software Desktop applications E-learning platforms Online instruction Productivity software Video conferences (communication methods) Canvas LMS software Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Seeking adjunct faculty to teach Bible/theology/practical ministry courses throughout the academic year. These are undergraduate-level courses that are online and are five weeks long. For part-time adjuncts in the Oklahoma City area, there could be the possibility of one-night per week on-ground/online hybrid courses. Candidates must have access to the internet, able to work remotely, be available for students on a weekly basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching undergraduate ministry courses online throughout the academic year. Apply effective best practices when engaging students through announcements and in discussions to promote student critical thinking skills and student engagement in the learning process. Assess student performance using appropriate rubrics or other forms of assessment. Work alongside the program director to maintain program and course integrity and rigor by effectively using the provided instructional materials consistent with course objectives and program outcomes. Maintain expertise in the discipline and in teaching strategies. Comply with University academic policies. Comply with assessment and evaluation policies and requirements related to students, courses, faculty, and programs. Actively engages in promoting student retention, addressing student issues, and promoting a conductive learning environment. Keep office hours (2 hours per week). Attend regular faculty meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily and should possess the following: Ability to access and use the internet, specifically the online platform (Canvas) used by the University. Expertise in the discipline with proven organizational and teaching skills. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to work as part of a team to coordinate and support programs within the School of Ministry and the University. Ability to utilize appropriate, contemporary technologies and best practices in teaching. Adherence to the Christian objectives and policies of the University. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in Bible, theology, and/or ministry. Professional experience in the work of full-time vocational ministry is required. Experience teaching in higher education is strongly preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Must have current knowledge and advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications. Must be able to utilize the University's online platform (Canvas). Must be able to utilize the University's systems. Must be able to create videos using Studio or YouTube. Must be able to utilize Zoom and/or Google Chats.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.