PT Faculty-Elementary and Birth-Kindergarten Education, Shaw University, Raleigh, NC
Job Details
Description
Do you love working in an academic environment? Do you love teaching and mentoring students, helping to shape the future? If so, we have the job for you! Shaw University is looking for Part Time (Adjunct) Faculty, Elementary and Birth-Kindergarten Education Professor. Reporting to the Division Head, the Adjunct Faculty of Elementary and Birth-Kindergarten Education teaches traditional and/or non-traditional college-level students, at on-campus and/or off-campus sites on weekdays and/or weeknights and Saturdays. In addition to the utilization of a variety of teaching strategies, full-time teaching faculty must provide student assistance and advice in their subject area, participate in student orientation sessions, pursue scholarly activities and development, engage in service the University and to the community, attend official functions, and serve on faculty committees.
Essential Job Functions:
- Demonstrates acceptance and support of the mission and goals of the University.
- Effectively teach knowledge-relevant college-level Elementary Education courses, with a commitment to providing excellence in education.
- Present course teachings in such a way that students are encouraged to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, to increase motivation, to develop a positive self-image, and to clarify their values.
- Actively engages in planning, developing and improving curriculum offerings.
- On the first day of class, provides each student a copy of a course syllabus that conforms to university-approved requirements.
- Teaches the course in accordance with the course syllabus.
- Informs students of the course objectives and requirements, explains the grading system and attendance policy, and provides a bibliography of suggested readings.
- Participates in orientation sessions conducted each semester by the Division Head or CAPE Director as applicable.
- Ensures that undergraduate students are aware of tutorial and support services of the Academic Support Center, which includes advising, tutorials and first year programs, and all other departmental workshops associated with student learning.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Education and/or Experience
- Ph.D. in Early Childhood Education or in Education with at least 18 graduate credits in Birth-Kindergarten Education required.
- Minimum of two years' experience in academic setting required.
- Administrative experience in an educational setting is desirable.
- Should relate well with others and promotes a positive demeanor.
- Demonstrated success teaching at the college level.
- Recent experience in a higher education setting
- Candidates with teaching experience and expertise in an additional area also offered in the assigned department is highly desired.
- Knowledge and experience in using instructional technology.
Other Competencies
Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the organization. Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical. Strong oral and written presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.