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Adjunct Instructor, Part-Time, FSI Online Certificate Program
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Position Number: 5679412
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Communications - Public Relations and Advertising

Adjunct Instructor, Part-Time, FSI Online Certificate Program
Seminary

Location: Remote
Open Date: Sep 02, 2024
Deadline: May 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description:
This position involves facilitating courses in the Faith & Sports Institute Online Certificate Program.

FSI's Online Certificate Program is a non-credit professional development and continuing education program at Baylor's Truett Seminary designed to help learners process and explore critical sports issues from an informed Christian perspective. Learn more about the program here: https://truettseminary.baylor.edu/programs-centers/faith-sports-institute/fsi-online-certificate-program

Courses in the program are delivered asynchronously, with the content and learning activities created by a collaborative team of experts. The course instructor IS NOT responsible for designing or developing new content and is not expected to hold synchronous class meetings. The instructor IS responsible for guiding and facilitating students through the course by providing feedback and engagement on student activities and responses.

Responsibilities for FSI Online Certificate Program Instructors include:

Teaching in alignment with the Faith & Sports Institute's program ethos and the Truett Seminary Statement of Common Faith (https://truettseminary.baylor.edu/about/who-we-are/what-we-believe/statement-common-faith)

Navigating the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure course content can be accessed by students

Providing regular and timely written communication to students in the course

Providing regular and timely written feedback on student activities and responses

Nurturing a supportive online space that can meet the needs and encourage growth for a variety of learners

Maintaining communication with FSI's Continuing Education Program Manager, including questions, concerns, and encouragement

Time commitments for FSI Online Certificate Program Instructors will vary depending on the course. In general, instructors should be able to spend around six hours per week for eight weeks, providing communication, feedback, and oversight of the course.

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is

$ 500.00 - $ 1000.00 per course

This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certification, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

Qualifications:
Online Certificate Program Instructors for Truett Seminary's Faith & Sports Institute are expected to meet the following qualifications:

A Master's degree in a field related to theology, education, leadership, sports, or the humanities is preferred

Engagement with and understanding of Faith & Sports Institute programs, classes, and initiatives is preferred

Demonstrated ability to teach, train, mentor, and/or lead others is required

Familiarity and confidence with online communication and engagement is required

Evidence of an active Christian faith and a willingness to teach in alignment with Truett Seminary's Statement of Common Faith is required

An understanding of and appreciation for the people and culture of sports is required, and personal experience as a sports practitioner is preferred

Evaluation Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Academic Training/Education

Teaching Experience/Potential

Mission Fit

Please note that applications for this position are received on a rolling basis throughout the year, and that the need for adjunct instructors with the FSI Online Certificate Program varies each term. While all applications are received and reviewed, the interview process will be initiated only if a need for a new adjunct instructor arises.

Application Instructions:
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/153323

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents:

A resume or CV.

A letter of between one and two pages in which candidates: (1) Explain their interest in this role; (2) Describe how and why they meet the qualifications for the position; (3) Discuss specific FSI Online Certificate Courses that they could teach and explain why.

Review and respond to Baylor's Part-Time Mission Review document.

Highest degreed transcript will be required to process full application.

Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor's commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

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