Adjunct Faculty – Theology

• Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of course outcomes
• Support all facets of the online learning environment
• Provide learning-centered instruction aligned with South University curricula and delivery model
• Design instructional plans and activities to meet course outcomes and lesson objectives
• Deliver approved instruction within online course shells
• Utilize technology to support the student learning experience
• Establish student performance criteria and evaluate learning
• Create an educational environment conducive to learning and student involvement
• Promote student success through flexibility, passion for teaching, and student engagement
• Maintain accurate records and submit grades and reports on time
• Enforce academic and attendance policies
• Relate professional, life, and industry experience to learning
• Continue professional and technical skills development and monitor industry trends
• Participate in faculty development
• Communicate with supervisors, faculty, and administrators
• Participate in curriculum and system task forces, campus events, workshops, and meetings

Requirements

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or D.Min.) in a field related to Ministry, including Biblical Studies, Theology, Spiritual Formation, Counseling, or related Practical Theology disciplines
• Pastoral or chaplaincy experience; five plus years preferred
• Experience in instruction or formalized education, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution
• Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure or certification as applicable to the discipline
• Online teaching experience
• Willingness to work in an accelerated learning format, working online with students five of seven days per online week
• Membership in a professional association tied to the area of instruction preferred
• At least six months of teaching experience at South University or another post-secondary education institution preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in online instruction and curriculum design, with a focus on student engagement and success. Holds a terminal degree in a relevant field and possesses extensive experience in education and pastoral care.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Terminal Degree (Ph.D. or D.Min.)
• Online Teaching Experience
• Pastoral or Chaplaincy Experience
• Active State Licensure or Certification
• Experience in Instruction or Formalized Education

  Hard Skills

  • Curriculum Design
  • Instructional Planning
  • Student Performance Evaluation
  • Learning-Centered Instruction
  • Technology Utilization in Education

  Soft Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Communication
  • Flexibility
  • Passion for Teaching

  Industry Keywords

  • Biblical Studies
  • Theology
  • Spiritual Formation
  • Counseling
  • Practical Theology