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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:
Doctoral
degree in public health, health education, health sciences, or
related field. Candidates with a Professional Doctorate (MD, DC,
DPT, etc) and a Master in Public Health Degree (MPH) may be
considered. Degree must be from an accredited
college/university.
Prior
teaching and/or public health experience
required.
At
least two years teaching experience in synchronous virtual
instruction, preferred.
Record
of engagement in community service required.
Master's
degree in science discipline and ability to teach classes in
Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Human Pathophysiology,
preferred
Membership in a professional association tied
to the area of instruction preferred.
Current CHES/MCHES or CPH
certification or eligible to take the CHES or CPH certification
exam.
At least six months of teaching experience at
South University or another post-secondary education institution
preferred, with online experience a plus (for online
only).
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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