Evergreen Adjunct or Part-time Faculty - Government

Howard Payne University • Brownwood, TX

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University’s sincere religious beliefs. Howard Payne University (hereafter, University) is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian Mission Statement and Core Values of the University and must support the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church. This posting establishes an ongoing pool of candidates for adjunct instructor positions to be filled as needed in the Department of History and Government. Applications will be reviewed and candidates pursued when openings are available. Hired adjuncts will teach and perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities for the course/s for the particular academic semester/term.

Requirements

• A master’s degree or 18+ graduate-level hours in the field is required
• Must support the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church.
• Applicants offered contingent employment based on the University obtaining a clean background check agree the contingent offer of employment may be revoked based on the information obtained in the background check.
• If offered employment, your acceptance will indicate that you have read and agree to the Expectations and Conditions above.

Nice To Haves

• a Ph.D. is preferred
• University teaching experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Teaches one or more subjects within the Department for the course/s which you have been appointed to teach for the particular academic semester/term
• Prepares and delivers instruction to students via mode as discussed with supervisor (online, hybrid, and/or face-to-face)
• Meets classes as scheduled
• Compiles, administers, and grades examinations and other student learning assignments
• Reports student attendance electronically, via Brightspace or Gateway. Training to use these systems will be made available to the instructor
• Assesses and reports student achievement validly and reliably
• Communicates with students consistently and in a timely manner

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level