Adjunct Spanish Instructor
Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee, OK, United States
Mission
OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ.
Expectations for all Employees
Oklahoma Baptist University achieves its mission through a shared commitment to the following expectations. All employees are expected to embrace these expectations and to model them in their behavior.
Demonstrate commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
Commit to the mission and vision of Oklahoma Baptist University.
Maintain active membership in a local evangelical Christian Church.
Treat people with dignity and respect.
Build relationships on honesty, integrity, and trust.
Strive for excellence through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic.
Manage human and financial resources wisely and efficiently.
Purpose
We are seeking qualified candidates to teach beginning and intermediate Spanish language and culture courses, with opportunities to teach Spanish culture and literature based on degrees and experience.
Essential Functions
Teach beginning and intermediate Spanish courses
Develop and deliver course materials that integrate language proficiency with cultural and literary exploration
Foster a Christ-centered academic environment through teaching and mentorship
Prepare and distribute syllabi according to university policy
Organize and direct learning experiences with assigned classes as outlined in the course syllabus and objectives
Meet classes as scheduled and required
Keep accurate class records and submit reports and grades on time and as requested
Be available during office hours
Assist with departmental assessment of composition courses
Other Duties
Able to conduct a college classroom so as to maximize the student learning experience
Demonstrate strong pedagogy with respect to curriculum and instruction
Able to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of constituents
Able to assess student ability and adjust teaching as appropriate
Able to work effectively with college age students in classes of around 20 students
Possess and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
Proficiency with office and educational technology, software (including various Microsoft tools), and classroom presentation technology
Required Qualifications
18 graduate hours in Spanish or a related field; classroom teaching experience
Experience teaching Spanish courses at the college level.
Preferred Qualifications
M.A., Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Spanish
Experience in teaching Spanish language, culture, and literature at the college level
Ability to engage students in the study of language, culture, and literature in innovative and meaningful ways
Master’s, Doctor of Education or PhD in Spanish or a related field; experience teaching undergraduates in an accredited four-year college or university
Special Requirements
Must be a member of a local Evangelical Christian church
Evangelical is a broad term referring to segment within Christianity which maintains the authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.
Please apply using the link for “Faculty Applications” on the OBU website at https://www.okbu.edu/hr/jobs.html
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OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ.
Expectations for all Employees
Oklahoma Baptist University achieves its mission through a shared commitment to the following expectations. All employees are expected to embrace these expectations and to model them in their behavior.
Demonstrate commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
Commit to the mission and vision of Oklahoma Baptist University.
Maintain active membership in a local evangelical Christian Church.
Treat people with dignity and respect.
Build relationships on honesty, integrity, and trust.
Strive for excellence through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic.
Manage human and financial resources wisely and efficiently.
Purpose
We are seeking qualified candidates to teach beginning and intermediate Spanish language and culture courses, with opportunities to teach Spanish culture and literature based on degrees and experience.
Essential Functions
Teach beginning and intermediate Spanish courses
Develop and deliver course materials that integrate language proficiency with cultural and literary exploration
Foster a Christ-centered academic environment through teaching and mentorship
Prepare and distribute syllabi according to university policy
Organize and direct learning experiences with assigned classes as outlined in the course syllabus and objectives
Meet classes as scheduled and required
Keep accurate class records and submit reports and grades on time and as requested
Be available during office hours
Assist with departmental assessment of composition courses
Other Duties
Able to conduct a college classroom so as to maximize the student learning experience
Demonstrate strong pedagogy with respect to curriculum and instruction
Able to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of constituents
Able to assess student ability and adjust teaching as appropriate
Able to work effectively with college age students in classes of around 20 students
Possess and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
Proficiency with office and educational technology, software (including various Microsoft tools), and classroom presentation technology
Required Qualifications
18 graduate hours in Spanish or a related field; classroom teaching experience
Experience teaching Spanish courses at the college level.
Preferred Qualifications
M.A., Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Spanish
Experience in teaching Spanish language, culture, and literature at the college level
Ability to engage students in the study of language, culture, and literature in innovative and meaningful ways
Master’s, Doctor of Education or PhD in Spanish or a related field; experience teaching undergraduates in an accredited four-year college or university
Special Requirements
Must be a member of a local Evangelical Christian church
Evangelical is a broad term referring to segment within Christianity which maintains the authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.
Please apply using the link for “Faculty Applications” on the OBU website at https://www.okbu.edu/hr/jobs.html
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