Texas A&M University System
Location
Commerce, Texas
The adjunct faculty member will teach graduate-level courses in a fully online competency-based education format. Responsibilities include responding to student inquiries within 24 hours, providing timely feedback on assessments, and adhering to standard course syllabi.
Candidates must hold a terminal degree in Curriculum & Instruction, Education, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours at the doctoral level. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills are required.
Job TitleAdjunct Faculty - CID/CBE Alternative Teacher Certification Agency East Texas A&M University Department College of Innovation and Design Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCommerce, Texas Job TypeFaculty
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents. Use the Upload button to add each document. You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB. All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help. Please provide the following documents: Cover Letter Resume/CV Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered). Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator. If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu SUMMARY: Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year.
Teach graduate-level three semester credit hours per 7-week term in the fully online competency-based education (CBE) format within the required discipline. Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours and provide timely feedback on assignments, assessments, and evaluation to ensure student progression through competencies and other course materials. Facilitate courses by adhering to the standard course syllabus as provided by the Assistant Dean. Assess grades based on the standard course materials, assignments, competencies, assessments, etc., as provided by the Assistant Dean. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: Terminal degree in one of the following: Curriculum & Instruction, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Reading, Secondary or Bilingual Education, or a closely related field, with at least 18 graduate hours at the doctoral level in Curriculum & Instruction or Reading.
Market context
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