Lecturer - General Education (Non-Tenure Track)

Morris Brown College•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Morris Brown College invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track Lecturer in the Department of General Education. The successful candidate will report to the Department Chair and support the mission of Academic Affairs. This position carries a teaching load of five (5) courses each semester, delivered face-to-face and/or synchronously, and includes academic advising and institutional service responsibilities.

Requirements

Master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline from an accredited institution required
Minimum 20 hours per week

Nice To Haves

Doctorate degree preferred

Responsibilities

Possess thorough and accurate knowledge of the specific field or discipline, including the ability to evaluate and apply content
Select and develop instructional materials; plan and organize instruction to enhance student learning; create appropriate assignments to encourage student learning, the development of communication skills, and higher-order thinking; and use available instructional technology, as appropriate
Use a variety of proven methods of engagement and assessment that facilitate student mastery of content
Provide students constructive, encouraging, and corrective feedback
Evaluate student learning by creating and applying course competencies and accurately assessing student progress
Strive to increase teaching effectiveness through appropriate teaching and learning strategies; evaluate student learning and modify instructional methods as needed to meet diverse student needs
Demonstrate deep subject knowledge, including key concepts, current and relevant research, methodologies, tools and techniques, and meaningful applications
Be committed to professional development by keeping current in the respective discipline
Maintain faculty credentials as required by the college's accrediting agencies
Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in clear communication of subject matter to students
Provide timely, substantive feedback in appropriate forms
Meet classes as scheduled; notify the appropriate Department Chair, Assistant Provost, or Provost in advance of any absence and, if possible, arrange for a substitute instructor or assignments
Be accessible to students through email, wireless/cellular technology, or scheduled office hours, including arranging additional time for appointments when necessary
Prepare and distribute syllabi in accordance with established procedures and guidelines, and follow the published final exam schedule
Maintain accurate records of students' academic standing; promptly provide final grades, attendance, and other information as required by administration
Respect the confidentiality of student information; refrain from discussing or releasing such information except within recognized limits
Evaluate students based solely on their academic performance and respond promptly to student grade questions and/or appeals
Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair
Work collaboratively with other faculty, administrators, and department staff to advance the academic mission of the College
Create and maintain a student-centered culture focused on academic excellence, accessibility, and support