Adjunct Faculty - Organizational Communication in Organizational Change (Remote/Asynchronous)

Abilene Christian University•Dallas, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

Abilene Christian University (ACU) is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Communication classes focused on Organizational Change. This role involves providing high-quality instruction, direction, and support to students in an online, asynchronous classroom environment. The instructor will be responsible for facilitating class discussions, providing feedback on student work, and managing course assignments. Additionally, the faculty member will participate in program and curriculum planning, development, and implementation, contributing to the continuous improvement of the program. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to support the Christian mission of ACU.

Requirements

Master's or Doctorate degree in Communication from an accredited institution.
A minimum of three years of online teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
Professional or research experience in the field of Organizational Change or Change Management.
Computer literate in software and internet-based applications.
Proficient in APA style (formatting, citation requirements, punctuation, etc.).
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to view and manage role and responsibilities in relation to the 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 quickly learn new software applications.
Willingness to receive additional training and/or faculty mentoring.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment when interacting with students, other faculty, and staff.
Majority of work is performed in front of a computer and on the telephone; must have ability to use the computer and remain stationary for long periods of time.
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.
Must be a professing Christian and willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of three years of online teaching experience in higher education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality instruction, direction, and support for students in the online classroom environment.
Provide rich and timely feedback on student work, being both encouraging and constructively critical.
Facilitate class sizes of up to approximately 30 students.
Place students in groups for assignments/discussions.
Provide timely and helpful answers to students’ inquiries regarding course material or academic matters.
Conduct periodic synchronous interaction sessions.
Facilitate and grade all assignments in a timely manner.
Enter final course grades after consultation with Program Director by the deadline.
Alert the Program Director to any student issues, including 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, Instructor Expectations, and those specified by ACU’s College of Leadership and Professional Studies.
Participate with the program faculty in planning, development, and implementation of the program and curriculum.
Provide feedback to the Program Director for program and/or course improvement.
Participate in program and faculty meetings as able.
Attend/complete program and CGPS faculty trainings and provide credentialing/records updates as required.
Gain and maintain knowledge of trends and information pertaining to the program field through current practice, professional reading, active research, and/or continuing education.