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POSITION SUMMARY: Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the marketplace's evolving needs. Encourage a learning culture that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, ethics, and personal and professional development. Assure that the South University philosophy of quality service to students; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the South University Board of Managers and administration's mandates. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Manage the educational process to ensure every student is involved in a positive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment. Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job description in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook. Provide course instruction that aligns with the South University model of curricula and supports the South University style of system delivery. Design and deliver instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development of activities that support lesson objectives, and for online courses, deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell. Effectively utilize technology in the classroom to support the student learning experience. Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes for student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction that fosters proficiency and establishes student performance criteria and evaluation. Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing an educational environment conducive to learning and student involvement and effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success. Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students, and engaging students in the learning process. Manage the educational environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing academic and attendance policies consistent with the school, campus, or online division. Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by continuing professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities. Participate in the faculty development process to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centered instruction. Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s), faculty, and other South university administrators. Contribute to a learning culture by participating in curriculum and system task forces, support local campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participate in various other workshops and meetings.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education/License:
Faculty teaching general education courses at the undergraduate level: doctor's or master's degree in English/Composition or master's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure or certification as applicable to the discipline
Experience:
Experience in instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
Membership in a professional association tied to the area of instruction preferred.
Academic Processes - knowledge of university guidelines, course descriptions, and academic terminology
Clerical - knowledge of office administrative procedures, including accurate record-keeping
Computer - ability to perform basic computer processes, including word processing, web browsing, and utilization of Microsoft Office
Technical Knowledge and Application - proficiency with the online learning environment, including the creation of digital media and utilization of learning management systems
Mathematics – ability to perform basic mathematic calculations
Critical Thinking - uses logic and reasoning to look at different types of information in order to make conclusions and work through problems
Research - Locates key facts and information to learn more about different types of information
Interpersonal Skills - communicates and interacts with people effectively while being aware of social perceptions
WORK EXPERIENCE: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, video conference, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess.  South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
