Speech Adjunct Pool

Institutional Mission

Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually, academically, professionally, and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings.

Position Overview

Nelson University, Waxahachie, TX is seeking applicants for an adjunct faculty opening in the Communication Arts Department to teach courses in speech.

Responsibilities

• Adjunct faculty teach courses as assigned by the Dean. Courses may be scheduled during day or night hours, or Saturdays
• Instructors will prepare syllabi in accordance with the institutional model, initiate the process of textbook selection in a timely fashion, oversee quality educational experiences for students, produce evaluations and scores of student performance via the learning management system, and submit final grades per the posted schedule
• Adjunct faculty are required to provide 30 minutes of availability per week per course for student consultations (on a select day or attached to a class)
• Adjunct faculty members will be issued a copy of the University’s Institutional Policy Manual and expected to familiarize themselves with the policies of the University
• Adjunct faculty are required to wear professional attire during class and begin and end each class on time
• Adjunct faculty are required to carry out instructional and spiritual formation activities with students and staff in accord with University policies and practices
• All part time faculty are invited (but not required) to attend department meetings
• Adjunct faculty are not required but encouraged to attend the Faculty In-Service meetings. Likewise, adjunct faculty are not required but encouraged to participate in commencement ceremonies
• Adjunct faculty are required to connect and communicate with Department Chairs on a regular basis

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited university in communications or communications-related field or a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 18 hours in communications
• Academic qualifications commensurate with accreditation criteria
• Established teaching abilities, strong written and verbal communication skills, and knowledge of subject area
• Ability to work harmoniously with faculty, staff, administration, and students
• Adaptability to change and innovation
• Faculty members report to and are accountable to the Department Chair, College Dean, any local Administrative Dean when serving at an Extension Site, and the Provost for Academics
• Documented professional experience
• Experience teaching in an online format preferred
• Ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to collaboration and program development

Faith Commitment

• Personal faith consistent with Nelson University’s evangelical Christian mission
• Active participation in a local church community; Assemblies of God affiliation preferred

Compensation

Compensation is determined according to established pay scales and is based on credentials and teaching assignments.

Contact

Rob Price
Department Chair
Phone: 972-825-4658