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POSITION
SUMMARY:
Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning
of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support
all facets of the learning environment. Provide education through
learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill
the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of
learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long
learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and
professional development. Assure that the South University
philosophy: quality service to students; development, growth,
involvement, and recognition of employees; and an environment
conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is
considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this
position. Participate in
activities that promote the stature of the academic programs,
departments, and colleges and abide by the South University Board
of Trustees and administration's mandates. This
is position is a remote online teaching
position.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
Manage the educational process to ensure every student is
involved in a positive educational experience through the learning,
teaching, and social environment.
Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job
description in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement
to the South University Employee Handbook.
Provide course instruction that aligns with the South
University model of curricula and supports the South University
style of system delivery.
Design and deliver instruction through the development of
instructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development of
activities that support lesson objectives, and for online courses,
deliver the instruction as approved within each course
shell.
Effectively utilize technology in the classroom to support the
student learning experience.
Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes for student
achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction
that fosters proficiency and establishes student performance
criteria and evaluation.
Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing an
educational environment conducive to learning and student
involvement and effectively planning and preparing for classes and
student success.
Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and
work schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students,
and engaging students in the learning process.
Manage the educational environment through keeping accurate
records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing
academic and attendance policies consistent with the school,
campus, or online division.
Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by
continuing professional/technical skills development, the
introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active
awareness of professional/industry trends and
opportunities.
Participate in the faculty development process to enhance
knowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centered
instruction.
Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s),
faculty, and other South University
administrators.
Contribute to a learning culture by
participating in curriculum and system task forces, support local
campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participate
in various other workshops and meetings.
REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge:
Faculty teaching general education courses at the undergraduate
level: doctor's or master's degree in the teaching discipline or
master's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a
minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching
discipline).
Faculty teaching associate degree courses designed for transfer
to a baccalaureate degree: doctor's or master's degree in the
teaching discipline or master's degree with a concentration in the
teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the
teaching discipline).
Faculty teaching baccalaureate
courses: doctor's or master's degree in the teaching discipline or
master's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline
(minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching
discipline).
Faculty teaching graduate and post-baccalaureate course work:
earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a
related discipline.
Experience in instruction or
formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or
college institution.
Membership in a professional association tied to the area of
instruction preferred.
Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure or
certification as applicable to the discipline.
At least six months of teaching experience at South University
or another post-secondary education institution
required.
Skills:
Academic Processes - knowledge of university guidelines, course
descriptions, and academic terminology
Clerical - knowledge of office administrative procedures,
including accurate record-keeping
Computer - ability to perform basic computer processes,
including word processing, web browsing, and utilization of
Microsoft Office
Technical Knowledge and Application - proficiency with the
online learning environment, including the creation of digital
media and utilization of learning management
systems
Mathematics – ability to perform basic mathematic
calculations
Critical Thinking - uses logic and reasoning to look at
different types of information in order to make conclusions and
work through problems
Research - Locates key facts and information to learn more
about different types of information
Interpersonal Skills - communicates and interacts with people
effectively while being aware of social
perceptions
Abilities:
Time Management - manages one's own time to accomplish assigned
tasks
Attention to Detail - thoroughness and accuracy when
accomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are
reviewed
Written Comprehension - ability to read and understand
information and ideas presented in writing
Written Expression - ability to communicate information and
ideas in writing so others will understand.
Oral Comprehension - ability to listen to and understand
information and ideas presented through spoken words and
sentences
Oral Expression - ability to communicate information and ideas
in speaking so others will understand
Selective Attention (Focus) - ability to concentrate on a task
over time without being distracted
Organizational - ability to organize large amounts of
information and tasks
Teaching - ability to convey course concepts and material in a
manner that others can understand
Engagement –ability to learn from students' participation,
demonstrate fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and show
compassion without being ineffectual.
Ability to physically work in the United States while
performing all responsibilities of the position for the
University.
Computing - ability to access a personal computer, Internet
connection, and telephone connection (hardware, software, and
Internet access specifications to be provided) to fulfill teaching
and related administrative responsibilities.
Office Hours - ability to hold required office hours and
respond to student questions and administration within the required
response time.
Orientation participation -ability to
complete the New Faculty Orientation and other assigned/required
training (e.g., Code of Conduct) through South
University.
(For Online Positions
Only)
Willingness to work in an accelerated learning format, working
online with students five of seven days per online
week.
Willingness to attend meetings as required by the respective
department.
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, 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.
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