Contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct): Theology and Ministry

Concordia University, St. Paul • St. Paul, MN

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Concordia University, St. Paul seeks a contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct) to teach Readings in Biblical Greek, a three-credit, face-to-face course in the CHSS program/college. The course develops students’ ability to translate biblical Greek and analyze grammatical forms through reading key biblical Greek texts. The course is pre-written and scheduled for January 11 through May 5, 2027, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:30 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. Total compensation is $3,750.

Faculty work as members of an academic team of full- and part-time colleagues to provide high-quality instruction and a strong student experience. They are expected to demonstrate innovation and excellence in instruction, foster active intellectual and creative engagement with students in and outside the classroom, and support the university’s Christian mission. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and candidates may be contacted when their qualifications match an available course opening.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Theology or cognate studies.
• Be an ordained or commissioned minister of the LCMS or an active member of an LCMS congregation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with online learning.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate quality student learning by teaching assigned courses.
• Increase student course engagement through a positive and regular presence in the course, engaging students in course activities and remaining available to provide support. For online courses, maintain a presence at least four days per week.
• Provide substantive and timely feedback on course assessments in the Learning Management System, following academic unit and university guidelines; feedback is typically due within five business days of assessment due dates.
• Respond to student inquiries, typically within 24 hours on business days and within 48 hours on weekends, with closer monitoring when assignments are due during the weekend or on Monday.
• Collaborate in a supportive academic environment with academic advising, career development, and the academic team to ensure students have resources to succeed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Follow university and academic unit policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level