Adjunct Instructor Of Arts & Sciences-Houston - Our Lady Of The Lake University

Job Description:

The College of Arts & Sciences invites applications from qualified individuals to teach one or two sections of undergraduate or graduate courses in the following:

• Biology

• Communication

• English

• History

• Mathematics

• Philosophy

• Political Science

• Religious Studies

• Spanish

Classes are typically held on weekends in 4-hour blocks (8:00-12:00 or 1:00-5:00), and presented in face-to-face or hybrid/blended format. Sections available for faculty to teach on a per-semester basis as needed. Fully on-line classes are only available through the main San Antonio campus and do not apply to this posting.

Responsibilities include: Prepare syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments, as appropriate to the course under the supervision of a lead professor who will provide a sample syllabus and select the textbook(s) for the course. Be available for individual student assistance (outside class time) at least one hour per week per section, and/or respond to telephone or electronic communication from students within 24-48 hours. A virtual classroom is provided for all sections through Blackboard and faculty are encouraged to utilize this technology.

Requirements:

Minimum requirements include: a Master's degree in the specific field of Biology, Communication, English, History, Mathematics, Philosophy, Political Science, Religious Studies, Spanish or related discipline; experience working and/or teaching in one or more of the topic areas and course formats described above; commitment to excellence in teaching, student-centeredness, and (where applicable) classroom use of technology.

Preferred requirements include: a Doctoral degree in one of the fields listed above and/or certification in related area(s).

Additional Information:

Fully on-line classes are only available through the main San Antonio campus and do not apply to this posting.

For questions about the position contact: Melinda Kirtley, Director of the Woodlands campus at mgkirtley@ollusa.edu.

Employment with Our Lady of the Lake University is contingent upon the applicant undergoing a background investigation.

OLLU seeks to attract, develop and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administrators. The University is committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. EOE

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Application Instructions:

Please complete the online Application for Academic Employment (must indicate specific discipline applying for on the academic application section "position applying for"; e.g. if applying to teach Criminal Justice courses, indicate Criminal Justice on academic application) and attach all of the following documents:

• Letter of Interest denoting position for which applying

• Resume and/or Curriculum Vitae

• Copies of all transcripts reflecting receipt of terminal degree in discipline for which applying (unofficial transcripts may be attached; if selected, official transcripts will be required)

• Listing of three professional references

For consideration for Academic Employment, all materials above must be submitted together and at one time. Incomplete packets for academic employment will not be considered.