Adjunct Assistant Professor, Religion (HCL)

Santa Fe College Employees•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor develops, prepares, and teaches a variety of Religion coursework. The position is housed primarily at the Northwest Campus, but may be assigned to any of the College’s six locations throughout Alachua and Bradford counties. The instructor must be flexible to teach during the day, evening, or online, including through other distance-learning formats. Faculty in the Department of Humanities, Communications, and Languages provide instruction in nine disciplines and contribute to the college’s General Education curriculum, helping students develop critical-thinking and communication skills and learn about creative human endeavors past and present. The role supports the college and departmental missions through instruction, curriculum development, assessment, student support, and college service.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Religion, Theology, Divinity, or an appropriate area-studies field; alternatively, a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in one of those areas or an appropriate area-studies field demonstrating academic knowledge of religious history and culture, languages, sacred texts, philosophy, and related subjects.
Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment.
Ability to adapt flexibly and positively to change in a rapidly growing environment.
Analytical aptitude and problem-solving ability, including collecting and interpreting data, reasoning logically, identifying issues, drawing conclusions, developing and evaluating solutions, and following up.
Ability to communicate professionally, diplomatically, empathetically, and tactfully using an appropriate method and level of communication.
Critical-thinking and judgment skills to make timely, well-reasoned decisions based on objective review and informed analysis.
Ability to respond promptly and courteously to student and faculty questions, with patience and persistence when assisting students with limited computer skills.
Integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in job-related actions.
Organization and time-management skills to plan and complete tasks within or ahead of established time frames.
Problem-solving skills, including identifying issues and causes, developing solutions, and implementing resolutions.
Relationship-management skills and ability to provide interactive service, build relationships, and address identified needs.
Ability to set and exceed established targets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Applicants must submit a completed online SF application, a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts if applicable; official transcripts are required before an offer of employment.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and deliver instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings to promote student success in a community college setting.
Support the college and departmental missions through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.
Collaborate with the Chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum that cultivates mastery of course content.
Use technological literacy and innovation in the delivery of instruction.
Work collaboratively as part of an academic team.
Assist with implementation of college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the College’s philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.
Participate in departmental meetings and collegewide committees as needed.
Provide frequent, timely assessments and clear feedback on students’ academic performance.
Document student progress and maintain records, including attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes.
Develop fair and accurate methods to assess student progress toward stated learning outcomes and objectives.
Maintain appropriate office hours in proportion to the instructional assignment.
Keep records of operating procedures and, as needed, share position-specific knowledge and provide guidance on standard operations and established departmental procedures, including collegewide ERP and related system processes.
Provide service to the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities.
Comply with College rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws and regulations governing public employees, including those concerning document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality.
Protect the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and sensitive information in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provide courteous, informed, accessible, and professional service.
Perform other duties as assigned.