Adjunct Faculty: School of Communication, Arts, and Social Sciences

Benedict College • Columbia, SC

16h

About The Position

Founded in 1870 by a woman, Bathsheba A. Benedict, Benedict College is a private co-educational liberal arts institution with over 1,700 students enrolled in its 26 baccalaureate degree programs and 2 master's degree programs. Defying trends, Benedict College maintains a nearly equal male and female student population. This Midlands HBCU has welcomed students from all 46 counties in South Carolina, 30 states across America, and 26 countries around the world. The School of Communication, Arts, and Social Sciences invites applications to join the pool for Adjunct Faculty to teach courses in one or more of the following disciplines: English, Mass Communication, Studio Art, Music Industry, Criminal Justice Administration, Cybersecurity, Interdisciplinary Studies, Political Science, Conflict Resolution, and Pre Law. Adjunct faculty are expected to deliver high quality instruction; provide supplemental academic support through scheduled office hours; engage in professional development and community outreach as appropriate; and collaborate effectively with colleagues to support student success.

Requirements

• Earned master’s degree in the appropriate discipline, including at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching field.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in college-level teaching and to working in a multicultural environment that values diversity.
• Ability to use instructional technology effectively in teaching and learning.
• Evidence of collegiality, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
• Relevant professional experience in the discipline.
• Familiarity with CANVAS Learning Manage System

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) or more years of college-level teaching experience.
• Demonstrated record of teaching effectiveness.
• Experience with online teaching, virtual learning environments, and learning management systems.
• Record of (or strong potential for) successful college teaching.
• Familiarity with developing courses that incorporate Open Educational Resources (OER) and virtual instructional tools.
• Demonstrated interest in student learning, engagement, and academic success.
• Commitment to professional responsibilities, student development, and service.
• Grant Writing Experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach 11 or fewer semester credit hours (sch) per semester (or 6 or fewer sch per summer session).
• Hold in person or virtual office hours to assist students.
• Contribute to curriculum development, assessment of student learning outcomes, and co curricular initiatives within the discipline.
• Engage in professional development and the scholarship of teaching and learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time