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that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and
students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your
professional goals, on campus and online.
The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future—is a
history formed by the many individuals who have developed the
education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to
students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South
University. Whether you have been part of the University family for
many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about
joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can
call home.
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Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K Match
Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Full-time Faculty facilitates meaningful learning of the
program and course competencies while proactively supporting all
facets of the learning environment adhering to South University’s
mission and CACREP standards. The Full-time Faculty provides
education through learning-centered instruction that will enable
graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. The
Full-time Faculty encourages a culture of learning that values
mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning and ethics as
well as personal and professional development. Incumbent must
ensure 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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides competency-based education which aligns with the South
University model of curricula as well as supports the South
University style of system delivery in keeping with CACREP
standards.
Instructs the equivalent of 4 courses per quarter which can be
a combination of didactic courses, tutoring, managing comprehensive
exams, practicum/internship supervision, or other activities deemed
appropriate by the Program Director and/or Department Chair.
Designs and delivers class instruction through the development
of instructional plans to meet course competencies, to create
activities which support lesson objectives, and to deliver the
instruction as approved.
Enables the achievement of pre-described exit competencies for
student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing
instruction which fosters competencies and establishes student
performance criteria and evaluation.
Delivers learning-centered instruction by establishing a
classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement
as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and
student success.
Promotes student success by showing flexibility in style and
work schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and
students and engaging students in the learning process.
Collects data for Key Performance Indicator assignments,
submits quarterly student evaluation forms for all students, and
participates in formal evaluation of students as indicated in the
Graduate Student Handbook.
Participates in faculty development each year as required.
Manages the learning environment through keeping accurate
records, submitting grades, syllabi, final exams, and other reports
on time, and enforcing school/campus academic and attendance
policies.
Contributes to a learning culture by participating on
curriculum and system task forces, supporting local campus events
such as orientation and graduation, and participating in various
other workshops and meetings.
Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by
the continuation of professional/technical skills development, the
introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active
awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
Other responsibilities as determined by the Campus Dean of
Academic Affairs and Retention or Campus Director, and Department
Chair/College Dean.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Earned doctoral degree in a counselor education program,
preferably from a CACREP-accredited program, or a related doctoral
degree with prior experience as a full-time faculty member in a
counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year
before July 1, 2013.
Experience:
- A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience as instructor of record in
master’s and/or doctorate-level clinical mental health counseling
instruction in a post-secondary or college institution.
- Membership in a professional association tied to the counseling
profession.
- Shows evidence of sustained professional development and
renewal activities related to counseling and evidence of
professional service and advocacy in counseling.
- Ability to read, understand, write, interpret, and implement
accreditation criteria and state agency regulations.
- Ability to teach in a manner that meets CACREP standards while
implementing real world and current scenarios to discuss counseling
theories and standards in a manner that informs and educates but
does not engender classroom conflict.
- Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees,
students, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or
business community.
- Ability to effectively present information to faculty, academic
and campus leaders, university leaders, and public groups.
- Ability to develop and complete projects without continued
direct supervision.
- Experience with computerized administrative systems. Proficient
with the use of standard office applications on personal
computers.
- Other requirements specific to the discipline.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those encountered while performing the essential
functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the position.
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.