Adjunct Instructor - School of Ministry

Adjunct Instructor Job Description

Location: Bartlesville Campus or Online, depending on course

Job Type: Part-time, Contract

Position Summary

Oklahoma Wesleyan University (OKWU) is seeking qualified and passionate adjunct professors to teach in several areas including but not limited to education, health sciences, humanities, business, exercise science, math and science, and ministry. The adjunct professor will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, fostering student engagement, and promoting academic excellence in alignment with the OKWU mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

·        Develop and deliver course materials, including lectures, assignments, and assessments, in accordance with curriculum guidelines.

·        Provide instruction in a manner that integrates a biblical worldview with academic excellence.

·        Foster an engaging and supportive learning environment for students.

·        Assess student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.

·        Maintain availability for student consultation and support.

·        Adhere to OKWU academic policies and procedures.

·        Utilize the university’s learning management system (LMS) for communication, grading, and course delivery (if applicable).

Qualifications And Credentialing

Qualified adjuncts will satisfy credentialing requirements in one of two ways:

·        Standard Credentialing:  A professor must have successfully earned one degree level above where s/he is teaching.  For example, a master’s degree is required for a bachelor's course; a doctoral degree is required for a post-graduate course.

·        Alternate Credentialing: The candidate who is not immediately qualified by standard credentialing process can submit a portfolio and be alternatively credentialed to teach a course. This portfolio takes into consideration education, experience, and professional development. The dean of the course assesses the portfolio for alternative credentialing.

To be considered qualified for an adjunct position at OKWU, an applicant should be able to

·        engage professionally with colleagues regarding the learning objectives for program graduates, as well as possess the knowledge, skills and dispositions appropriate to the credential awarded;

·        develop the exercise of intellectual inquiry and the acquisition, application and integration of broad learning and skills integral to the educational program in which she or he teaches, and

·        assess student learning through the ongoing collection and analysis of appropriate data.

Additional Considerations and Preferences

·        Prior teaching experience at the college/university level is preferred.

·        Commitment to integrating faith and learning in an academic setting.

·        Strong communication and organizational skills.

·        Ability to use technology effectively in the classroom and online teaching environments.

·        A dedication to the mission and values of Oklahoma Wesleyan University.

·        Experience with online teaching and learning management systems (Brightspace)

·        Industry experience related to the subject area.

·        A commitment to fostering a learning environment focused on critical thinking

About Oklahoma Wesleyan University

Oklahoma Wesleyan University is a Christian liberal arts institution dedicated to academic excellence, spiritual development, and servant leadership. The university is committed to preparing students to impact the world for Christ through rigorous academics and a biblical worldview.