Quick overview

Responsible for curriculum development, teaching, scholarship, and administrative activities to support the university's mission. This includes teaching 4 courses per semester, advising students, and participating in faculty governance.

Requirements summary

Requires a Doctorate in Education with a specialization in early childhood, elementary education, or a related field. Preference is given to candidates with experience in online teaching.

postgraduate degreeInterpersonal CommunicationResearchClassroom ManagementMicrosoft ExcelTeachingMicrosoft WordConflict ResolutionMicrosoft PowerPointCurriculum DesignAcademic AdvisingOnline InstructionCanvas LMSStudent MentoringScholarshipCAMS SISWorkday EIS

Job description

Welcome to Career Opportunities at Lindenwood University. PLEASE READ

For all applications, please include your resume and cover letter. You may skip the “Quick Apply” page by simply clicking “Next” at the bottom of the page. When you arrive at the “Experience” page, you may upload all desired documents using the upload box labeled “Resume/CV.” This is the appropriate box to upload all documents.
Benefits of
Being a
Lindenwood
Employee: Upon hire, employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor’s (employee, spouse, and dependent) and master’s degree programs (employee and spouse only). Tuition discounts for doctoral programs (employee only).
Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement options.
Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Wednesday – Friday), and winter break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 1).
Free lunch
Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included. Professional development opportunities through the Lindenwood Learning Academy.
Job
Title:
Visiting
Faculty,
Curriculum and
Instruction
Department:
Initial
Teacher
Education
FLSA
Status:
Exempt
Reports To:
Dean or
Academic
Administrator
Positions
Supervised: Student Employee(s) as Applicable Application must be completed in one sitting. At the time of completing the application, you will need the following documents to upload. Supplemental Materials Cover Letter specifying your area of expertise and interest Curriculum Vitae Teaching Philosophy Three (3) recent letters of recommendation sent directly to LUHR@lindenwood.edu Unofficial transcript(s) of all degrees completed **
The system limits 5 documents to upload. You will need to save multiple documents into one PDF or have additional documents sent to luhr@lindenwood.edu**
Job Summary Faculty and instructors are responsible for curriculum, teaching, service, scholarship, and related administrative activities that support the mission, vision, and values of the university. The College of Education and Human Services at Lindenwood University invites applications for a Visiting Faculty of Curriculum and Instruction. Qualified applicants will possess a Doctorate in Education with specialization in early childhood, elementary education, or related field. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 4 courses (12 credit hours) each semester. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching online. All Lindenwood faculty members are expected to advise and mentor students, continue to develop their expertise through research and scholarship, and participate in faculty governance and campus life. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until filled. Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Employees should refer to the Employee Guidebook and the respective performance evaluation for additional job-related expectations. Standard 1 - Teaching and Learning Lindenwood faculty are committed to designing courses and creating classroom cultures characterized by rigor, inclusiveness, support, and engagement for research-based teaching that will serve faculty from all disciplines and students from all groups. Guidelines and expectations developed by the colleges, departments, or programs to support needs and/or requirements specific to each will be determined by the academic administrators and communicated to the faculty. Standard 2 – Academic Service and Contributions Lindenwood faculty actively support and provide service to the mission, vision, values, and initiatives of the university and colleges, and exemplify the Q2 culture of service excellence. Guidelines and expectations developed by the colleges, departments, or programs to support needs and/or requirements specific to each will be determined by the academic administrators and communicated to the faculty. Standard 3 – Continuous Learning and Scholarship Lindenwood faculty are committed to remaining current in their discipline and instructional practice through continuous learning and contributions to their field by participating in scholarly work. Required Qualifications An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position. View Required Qualifications by Rank

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement options
Professional development opportunities
Free lunch Fridays
Tuition discounts for doctoral programs
Employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor's and master's degrees

May be representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform this job competently. Communication Skills: Ability to verbalize understanding of complex problems or situations, ask relevant questions for clarifications and explain concepts clearly to others; well-developed written communication skills; ability to communicate diplomatically, clearly, and effectively with students and co-workers verbally, in-person, and by telephone using the English language; ability to present materials effectively to individual students or groups; ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy, and discretion; and ability to support a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion through effective interactions with students, employees, alumni, and other stakeholders. Decision-Making & Analytical Skills: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; ability to organize and express ideas, directions, and data in a logical sequence to describe a process or explain procedures, such as how to perform a task; and ability to deal with abstract and concrete variables. Technological & Related Skills: Ability to use current technology to enhance effectiveness including but not limited to computers, computer-assisted instruction programs, and audio-visual equipment; willing to learn and apply any other new technology necessary to enhance learning; working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Canvas (LMS), CAMS (SIS), and Workday (EIS); and ability to use phones, fax machines, printers, scanners and copiers. Work Environment Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this job’s functions. Unless a faculty position is designated as fully remote, all full-time faculty positions are designated as non-standard flex. On-campus presence is required and is deemed necessary to perform the position expectations. Flexibility for remote work for non-routine, situational, and unusual circumstances, is provided at the administrator’s discretion. General office and/or classroom setting for on-campus faculty and instructors Variable work environments as determined by online instructors; must have 24/7 access to a computer that meets minimum technical specifications and has high-speed Internet access, distraction free from noise and movement See Attendance section below for work environment attendance expectations Physical Abilities The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Stamina to teach classes as required Ability to stand or sit for extended time periods Ability to meet on-campus requirement for classes and duties that are designated as such Attendance View Attendance by Rank Equal Opportunity Employer Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment. The Human Resources Division's purpose is to support the University's efforts in providing a quality education and experience for all Lindenwood students. We achieve this by facilitating and supporting the selection and retention of highly qualified and diverse employees to serve our students and by providing for the professional success and the personal wellness of our employees.

Visiting Faculty, Curriculum and Instruction

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