Loyola Marymount University Westchester , CA 90045
Posted 2 weeks ago
The Caloyeras Center is seeking part-time faculty to teach interdisciplinary courses in Modern Greek History, Society, and Culture starting in Fall 2024. with an emphasis on historical perspectives (two courses in Fall and one course in Spring; four credit hours per course per semester).
Faculty are empowered to positively contribute to our students' educational experience, are encouraged to continually seek professional and personal development, and are inspired to make a difference each day in the lives of our students.
Part-time faculty/ lecturers will instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course competencies in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment consistent with the university's mission; provide education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the job market; encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning and ethics as well as personal and professional development.
Key Job Elements:
Develop course syllabus based on the program's course descriptions
Deliver learning-centered instruction and hold regular office hours as stipulated in the faculty standards
Conduct assessments of student and program learning outcomes
Attend department meetings as requested
Schedule Information: Days/evenings depending upon course schedule
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Modern Greek Studies / Modern Greek History is highly preferred; M.A. in Modern Greek Studies / Modern Greek History / European History with a specialization in Modern Greece is required; at least two years teaching experience at the university level.
Please submit:
(1) Curriculum Vitae
(2) Cover Letter
(3) Statement of Teaching
(4) Statement of Contributions to Diversity addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity will advance LMU's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence (optional)
Applications accepted until position is filled.
Please send questions to the Director of the Caloyeras Center, Dr. Christina Bogdanou, at moderngreekstudies@lmu.edu
Minimum salary is $2,373 per unit taught.
Faculty Regular
Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)
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