Adjunct - Graduate School of Theology

Abilene Christian University•Abilene, TX

About The Position

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire. Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations. This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs. It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities. ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

Requirements

All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.
Attention to detail and follow through.
Time management skills.
Confidentiality.
Computer proficiency.
Excellent oral communication, written communication, and interpersonal abilities.
Creative pedagogy.
Ability to collaborate or work independently as the situation requires.
Microsoft Word, Excel
Google Calendar, Mail, Sheets and Docs
Canvas (online learning platforms)
Must be capable of meeting the physical demands required for teaching in the classroom and/or online.
Manage conversations in person, online and by telephone.
Work well under pressure and manage stress well.
Communicate clearly: speak, read, write, and hear clearly to perform essential functions.
Terminal degree and experience relevant to the courses assigned.
Computer literacy in common software and internet-based applications.
Commitment to the ACU Mission and policies and to the integration of faith and learning.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to view and manage role and responsibilities in relation to larger mission, goals and perspective of the university.
Collaborative nature, with the ability to build consensus.
Outstanding organizational and project management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and solves problems, asking for input and initiating solutions as appropriate and reasonable.
Capacity to learn new software applications and learning management systems, e.g. Canvas, etc.
Willingness to receive additional training and/or faculty mentoring.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment when interacting with students, other faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality instruction, direction and support for students in the classroom environment.
When requested attend departmental/team meetings to participate with the program faculty in planning, and development of program and curriculum.
Facilitate a range of class sizes, up to 25 students, which may include dividing the class into sections for discussion and group activities.
Provide rich and timely feedback on student work, being both encouraging and constructively critical.
Hold a minimum of two office hours per week, and be available by appointment for in-person or virtual meetings with students individually or in groups.
Provide timely and helpful answers to students’ inquiries outside of class time, regarding course material or academic matters.
Enter final course grades by deadline.
Alert department chair and/or program director to any student issues. This includes performance issues (e.g. failing grades, failing to turn in assignments, etc.) and policy violation issues (e.g. plagiarism).
Comply with all pertinent policies and procedures outlined in Abilene Christian University’s Handbook, Faculty Guidelines, and those specified by ACU’s College of Biblical Studies.
Provide feedback to designated point of contact for program and/or course improvement
Attend/complete program and faculty trainings and provide credentialing/records updates as required.