Adjunct Faculty - Organizational Communication in Organizational Change (Remote/Asynchronous)
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AI Summary
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.
Basic Responsibilities
A. Position teaches Communication classes that revolve around the topic of Organizational Change. Instructor provides high-quality instruction, direction and support for students in the online classroom environment.
B. Participate with the program faculty in planning, development, and implementation of the program and curriculum.
Essential Duties
A. Provide high-quality instruction, direction and support for students in the online classroom environment.
Provide rich and timely feedback on student work, being both encouraging and constructively critical.
Facilitate class sizes of up to approximately 30 students.
Place students in groups for assignments/discussions.
Provide timely and helpful answers to students’ inquiries regarding course material or academic matters.
Conduct periodic synchronous interaction sessions.
Facilitate and grade all assignments in a timely manner.
Enter final course grades after consultation with Program Director by the deadline.
Alert the Program Director to any student issues. This includes performance issues (e.g., failing grades, failing to turn in assignments, etc.) and policy violation issues (e.g. plagiarism).
Comply with all pertinent policies and procedures outlined in Abilene Christian University’s Handbook, Instructor Expectations, and those specified by ACU’s College of Leadership and Professional Studies.
Other duties, as assigned and directed by lead faculty and/or program director.
B. Participate with the program faculty and in planning, development, and implementation of the program and curriculum.
Provide feedback to the Program Director for program and/or course improvement.
Participate in program and faculty meetings as able.
Attend/complete program and CGPS faculty trainings and provide credentialing/records updates as required.
Gain and maintain knowledge of trends and information pertaining to the program field through current practice, professional reading, active research, and/or continuing education.
Professional Development Requirements
A. Skills
Attention to detail and follow-through.
Time management skills.
Maintain confidentiality.
Computer proficiency.
Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal abilities.
Provide quality instruction and support to students while maintaining academic and university standards.
Ability to collaborate or work independently as the situation requires.
B. Training Modules Required
Google Calendar, Mail, Sheets and Docs
Canvas
Online Instructor Training
Qualifications
A. Professional
Master’s or Doctorate degree in Communication from an accredited institution.
A minimum of three years of online teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
Professional or research experience in the field of Organizational Change or Change Mangement.
Computer literate in software and internet-based applications.
Proficient in APA style (formatting, citation requirements, punctuation, etc.)
B. Personal
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to view and manage role and responsibilities in relation to the larger mission, goals, and perspective of the University.
Collaborative nature, with the ability to build consensus.
Outstanding organizational and project management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and solves problems, asking for input and initiating solutions as appropriate and reasonable.
Capacity to quickly learn new software applications.
Willingness to receive additional training and/or faculty mentoring.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment when interacting with students, other faculty, and staff.
Physical Demands
A. Majority of work is performed in front of a computer and on the telephone; must have ability to use the computer and remain stationary for long periods of time.
B. Manage conversations in person, online and by telephone.
C. Work well under pressure and manage stress well.
D. Communicate clearly: speak, read, write, and hear clearly to perform essential functions.
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.
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