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Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K
Generous Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
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.
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 associate degree courses not
designed for transfer to the baccalaureate degree: bachelor's
degree in the teaching discipline, or associate's degree and
demonstrated competencies 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.
Graduate teaching assistants: master's in the
teaching discipline or 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching
discipline, direct supervision by a faculty member experienced in
the teaching discipline, regular in-service training, and planned
and periodic evaluations.
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
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.
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.
Other details
Job Family All
Positions
Pay Type Hourly
Required Education Master's Degree