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POSITION SUMMARY:
Adjunct Faculty responsibilities include: classroom instruction,
facilitating meaningful learning of course outcomes, assisting
students toward successful program completion, and promoting the
academic well-being of the program. Adjunct Faculty also
participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic
programs, Departments, and Colleges and abide by the mandates set
by the South University Board of Trustees and Administration.
Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy is
considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this
position: quality services to clients; development, growth,
involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic
principles; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to
innovation, positive thinking and expansion.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
- Perform Faculty responsibilities as outlined in the Faculty job
description and the Faculty Supplement to the South University
Employee Handbook.
Designs and delivers instruction in alignment with the South
University model.
Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by
continuing professional/technical skills development, and
introducing professional/industry perspective into courses.
Promotes student success by showing flexibility and exhibiting
a passion for teaching and students.
Manages the educational process to ensure a positive
educational experience.
Practices effective outreach to at-risk and/or absent
students.
Communicates consistently and effectively with Supervisors,
University Administrators, Faculty, and other South University
Departments.
Manages the learning environment through keeping accurate
records and enforcing academic policies consistent with the
University, College/School, Campus, or Online Division.
Participates in the Faculty development process to enhance
knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Supports local campus by participating on committees, events
such as orientation and graduation, including various other
workshops and meetings. (Campus).
REQUIREMENTS:
- For graduate programs, a terminal degree from a regionally
accredited institution in the discipline to be taught, with a
concentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate
semester hours in the teaching discipline) required.
- For undergraduate programs, a master’s degree from a regionally
accredited institution in the discipline to be taught, with a
concentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate
semester hours in the teaching discipline) required.
- For associate degree programs in physical therapist assistant,
an entry-level degree in physical therapy (PT) or physical
therapist assistant (PTA) and a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from
a federally recognized Institutional Accrediting Agency (or its
international equivalent) are required. A master’s degree is
preferred.
- At least six months teaching experience at another
post-secondary education institution (preferred).
- Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure or
certification as applicable to the discipline.
- Membership in a professional association tied to area of
instruction (preferred).
- Practical experience in the discipline of the program and
knowledge of current best practices (in field).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the
ability to build successful relationships with students and
faculty.
- Excellent time management and attention to detail. Computer
based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing
skills) and experience with computerized learning management
systems.
ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a
disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or
without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential
functions of the position.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to communicate professionally in person, over the
telephone, video conference, through email and other electronic
means, move about the office or school, handle various types of
media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe
and assess.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student
and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a
diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and
perspectives can thrive.