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ADJUNCT FACULTY - ENGLISH & LITERATURE, Undergraduate Online

The Adjunct Faculty – English and Literature, Undergraduate Online position is a part-time position, responsible to provide excellence in teaching through the fulfillment of the mission and strategic goals teaching undergraduate, online courses during the fall, spring and summer semesters.

• The University of Northwestern – St. Paul is authorized to hire in the following states: IA, IL, KS, MN, MO, ND, NE, SD, WI.

What will I do in this position?

Essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Facilitate course in area of focus with a regular and consistent online presence.
• Respond to student questions and concerns in a timely manner.
• Grade student work in a timely manner.
• Successfully complete Best Practices in Online Teaching training modules.
• Act as a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with colleagues of the University to disciple students helping them grow intellectually and spiritually.

What will it take to succeed in this position?

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree required with at least 18 graduate-level credits in the discipline applied to teach, for most courses.
• Bachelor’s degree may meet minimum qualifications for teaching certain technology courses depending upon equivalent experience.
• Previous teaching experience with online instruction preferred.
• Teaching assignments are available on an as needed basis, dependent upon class size and semester.
• Continually nurture a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and serve as a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to integrate Christian worldview into classroom instruction.
• Skilled in interacting with a variety of individuals in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate to advanced computer proficiency including use of online teaching platform.
• Ability to pass a background check upon hire and periodically throughout the course of employment.

Work Environment:

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university alongside those with a demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of the University.

What are the benefits of working at Northwestern?

Compensation Range: $832 – $936 per credit

• A team committed to an Uplifting & Unwavering future.
• Onsite complementary access to athletic, music and theatre events.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Northwestern's Website
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • GlassDoor
  • Current or former Northwestern Employee
  • Facebook
  • Other
• * Have you placed your faith in Jesus Christ for personal salvation?
  • Yes
  • No
• * I have read the Declaration of Christian Community and, if employed by Northwestern, would live by and uphold the principles and expectations it contains throughout my employment at Northwestern.
  • Yes
  • No
• * I have read the University of Northwestern - St Paul's Doctrinal Statement and am in agreement with it. Furthermore, I am affiliated with a church whose doctrinal statement and Christian community are substantially in agreement with it.
  • Yes
  • No

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume

• Teaching Philosophy