Quarterly Lecturer - Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries

About the role

The Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries in the Department of Religious Studies at Santa Clara University seeks applicants for Quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in Theology, Spirituality, Ethics, Restorative Justice, Liturgy, Pastoral Ministries, Latina/o Ministries, Youth and Young Adult Ministries.

Responsibilities

• Teaching duties will not exceed more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four in any academic year, and will include but are not limited to fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:
• Planning and teaching courses as assigned.
• Fulfilling all responsibilities associated with assigned courses, including:
• Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings (face-to-face and online) in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively.
• Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students;
• Providing opportunities for office hours or student meetings outside of class (can be online, face-to-face, before/after class sessions);
• Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline;
• Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for courses taught.
• Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Executive Director to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent.
• Experience teaching graduates is preferred.
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching at the college level.
• Excellent communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academics for all students.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring a diverse population of graduate students,
• Have training and experience in online teaching, as well as interest in pastoral ministries.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. or equivalent.
• Experience teaching graduates is preferred.
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching at the college level.
• Excellent communication skills.

Requested Application Materials

• A letter of interest outlining qualifications, teaching experience and teaching philosophy.
• A curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information for two references.

Questions

Questions can be directed to: pastoralministries@scu.edu