Adjunct - Strategic Communication, B.A. Program 2024/25 (online)
Point Loma Nazarene University
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Posted: 09-Nov-24
Location: San Diego, California
Type: Part-time
Internal Number: 5790555
Adjunct - Strategic Communication, B.A. Program 2024/25 (online)
Posting Number: R0003614 Location: Work from Home
PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God's kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber, skilled and/or demonstrating great potential in the practice of teaching and scholarship.
Job Summary:
The Department of Communication Studies is seeking candidates for adjunct teaching positions.
Salary: PLNU adjunct pay: Using a 3-unit full semester appointment as a pay guide, the adjunct pay range is $4,860 - $6,480. The units will determine the actual salary.
For Remote Positions: We are currently accepting applications from residents of the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, HI, ID, IN, KS, KY, MI, NC, OH, OK, OR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA and WI
Job Status: Part time
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Job Description:
The Department of Communication Studies is seeking candidates for adjunct teaching positions to teach one or more online courses in the following areas of Strategic Communication:
CMT 1010 - Foundations in Communication
CMT 1090 - Elements of Interpersonal Communication
CMT 2000 - Media and Society
CMT 2020 - Small Group Communication
CMT 2050 - Communication and Culture
CMT 2065 - Investigating Communication
CMT 3030 - Persuasion
CMT 3040 - Organizational Communication
CMT 3045 - Communicating Leadership
CMT 3080 - Strategic Communication
CMT 3090 - Public Relations
CMT 4000 - Digital Communication
CMT 4021 - Communication Internship
CMT 4040 - Advanced Strategic Communication
A commitment to excellent online teaching at the undergraduate level in a Christian liberal arts context is preferred for a successful candidate.
Due to specific State Authorization laws, we are only permitted to hire applicants living in the following states: Arizona, Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, and Wisconsin
Adjunct faculty must have knowledge of online pedagogy, instructional strategies and principles appropriate to teaching adult students. Adjuncts are also expected to have knowledge of ways to instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach online courses
Design online courses as appropriate
Invest in students
Participation in program, department, and/or institutional activities as appropriate
QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. (preferred), M.A. in field of communication, strategic communication, rhetoric or similar degree
Online course development experience preferred
Online teaching experience required
Adult teaching experience required
Personal: Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, faculty agree to live in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant.
The position is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The work is primarily sedentary and may require sitting for extended periods of time. Use of computer equipment: computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Vision to read documents, email and other correspondence, and reports on paper and computer monitor. Hearing and speaking to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone. Will also stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 10 lbs throughout the day.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
The number of adjunct instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department. Please realize that there may not presently be an adjunct position available. When an opening becomes available for which you would be a good match, the department chair will be in contact with you for further dialogue, interviews, etc.
Approved applicants will remain in the adjunct pool for the upcoming school year only. To be reconsidered for the following school year, applicant will need to reapply. If hired, official transcripts will be required from all undergraduate and graduate universities attended before a contract is issued.
When beginning your application, be prepared to answer these Adjunct questions and upload the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Statement of Personal Faith
Philosophy of Teaching in Christian Higher Education
3 Letters of References (for confidential references, have letters sent to the Department Chair or humanresources@pointloma.edu)
Unofficial Transcripts for highest degree completed.
3 Teacher Evaluations (if available)
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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God's love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.
Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.
At Point Loma Nazarene University, academics, faith, and community are all vital. Students benefit from this balanced approach to education and leave PLNU prepared to think, act, and contribute to the world. In addition to more than 60 undergraduate areas of study, PLNU offers graduate program regional centers throughout Southern California. PLNU serves more than 3,500 students.PLNU is a community committed to calling. As a result of our mission to provide whole-person education in the context of our Christian faith, our faculty and staff are known for their excellence, regardless of their responsibilities or field.We believe God calls all of us to participate in bringing about His Kingdom in a unique and deeply personal way. We also believe in pursuing calling together. Excellent work and meaningful relationships all belong to what we call vocation. Being part of a community full of individuals engaged in the same endeavor will set you up for a lifetime of weaving calling into who you are and everything you ever do.Be part of something meaningful. Discover and cultivate your true potential. Be part of Point Loma Nazarene University.