"Adjunct Faculty - Online"

Job Category: Faculty

Requisition Number: ONLIN001743

Job Details

Description

Provide instruction in assigned class(es) in accordance with applicable administrative policies and procedures, established instructional models, and course syllabus/syllabi as established by the Moody Bible Institute. Implement appropriate strategies to assist students to achieve their academic potential and provide superior student service.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Instruct students in assigned class(es)
• Manage classroom environment to create an effective learning environment
• Facilitate students through interpersonal interactions in online discussions, face-to-face settings, and/or by telephone or other electronic media in achieving course objectives
• Participate in required Moody Distance Learning training and professional development programs and maintain expertise in subject area
• Motivate students to actively participate in the educational process, including but not limited to class discussions, discussion threads, outside assignments, research, enrichment activities, etc.
• Respond promptly (within same day or 24 hours) when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence, emails, instant messages, and faxes.
• Grade student assignments within 1 week of submission.
• Maintain and enforce proper online decorum to effect a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with appropriate MDL staff to produce learning experiences that will enhance student achievement.
• Participate in course review processes by recommending improvements in course design
• Motivate students to persist in the program by monitoring student participation and contacting students who fall behind

Minimum Requirements 

• Master’s Degree from an accredited institution required (terminal degree preferred) in the vetting areas.
• Demonstrated teaching experience in traditional and non-traditional venues preferred.
• Expertise in the use of Microsoft Suite or related applications, as well as web search engines, and other instructionally related applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and/or oral) demonstrating collegiality and encouragement to students and colleagues
• Knowledge of school policies and procedures.
• Ability to plan and organize work.
• A growing and deepening Christian faith and a commitment to advancing the cause of Christ
• Agreement with the Moody Bible Institute’s doctrinal statement
• Adhere to the employee standards established by the Moody Bible Institute
• Satisfactory completion of Moody Distance Learning’s adjunct faculty training program

Work Environment/Conditions

Moody Bible Institute is a Christian-based Higher Education and Media Ministry. We exist to equip people with the Truth of God’s Word. If you are mission-minded, and have a servant’s heart, join us as we look to further impact the Kingdom of God.

Additional Information

Moody Bible Institute is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation. Candidates must align with MBI’s Christian identity. Employees are expected to sign a Statement of Faith and adhere to the Community Standards.

We comply with all applicable laws pertaining to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and any other applicable legally protected category. As a religious institution, we have the right to, and do, require that employees hold beliefs consistent with our Doctrinal Statement and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with our religious beliefs, as explained in our Community Standards.