Adjunct Professor- Academy

Houston Christian University seeks an Adjunct Professor to join the Academy with the ability to teach in the discipline of English, history, philosophy, or other disciplines in the liberal arts.

Reports to : Dean, College of Arts and Humanities

Job Status : Exempt

Houston Christian University is driven forward by its central confession, "Jesus Christ is Lord," and defined by its "Ten Pillars" core convictions. The university guides students confidently into discerning discovery, preparing them to think biblically, critically, and holistically about how to engage the world.

Position Summary

The Adjunct Professor will teach in the discipline of English, history, philosophy, or other disciplines in the liberal arts.

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize a course syllabus for each course and follow established departmental and institutional guidelines.
• Lead Socratic discussions.
• Provide timely, quality access to students via personal consultation, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
• Evaluate students by established means to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and to inform them in a timely manner of their progress.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Submit paperwork and forms in a timely fashion.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts university dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals. HCU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University, "Scripture and a Christian Worldview," and the "Ten Pillars Core Convictions of HCU" set forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify as an essential function of their employment at the University.

As one of the most diverse universities in the nation, Houston Christian University also strives to build a faculty and staff team that provides role models who embody biblical orthodoxy and ethics for all students, whatever their background or life experience.

Background checks are performed for every new hire. If your application is selected to continue in our hiring process, you will be required to submit a background check form authorizing this screening.

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