Provide high-quality asynchronous instruction and support for students in an online classroom environment. Collaborate with program faculty to plan, develop, and implement the curriculum and program improvements.
Requirements summary
Requires a professional Master's or Doctorate degree in Communication and proficiency in APA style. A minimum of three years of online teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ.
This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU. Basic Responsibilities A.
Provide high-quality instruction, direction and support for students in the online classroom environment.
B.
Participate with the program faculty in planning, development, and implementation of the program and curriculum.
Essential Duties A.
Provide high-quality instruction, direction and support for students in the online classroom environment.
Provide rich and timely feedback on student work, being both encouraging and constructively critical.
Facilitate class sizes of up to approximately 30 students.
Place students in groups for assignments/discussions.
Provide timely and helpful answers to students’ inquiries regarding course material or academic matters.
Facilitate and grade all assignments in a timely manner.
Enter final course grades after consultation with Program Director by the deadline.
Alert the Program Director to any student issues.
This includes performance issues (e.g., failing grades, failing to turn in assignments, etc.) and policy violation issues (e.g. plagiarism).
Comply with all pertinent policies and procedures outlined in Abilene Christian University’s Handbook, Instructor Expectations, and those specified by ACU’s College of Leadership and Professional Studies.
Other duties, as assigned and directed by lead faculty and/or program director.
B.
Participate with the program faculty and in planning, development, and implementation of the program and curriculum.
Provide feedback to the Program Director for program and/or course improvement.
Participate in program and faculty meetings as able.
Attend/complete program and CGPS faculty trainings and provide credentialing/records updates as required.
Gain and maintain knowledge of trends and information pertaining to the program field through current practice, professional reading, active research, and/or continuing education.
Professional Development Requirements Skills Attention to detail and follow-through.
Time management skills.
Maintain confidentiality.
Computer proficiency.
Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal abilities.
Provide quality instruction and support to students while maintaining academic and university standards.
Ability to collaborate or work independently as the situation requires.
B.
Training Modules Required Google Calendar, Mail, Sheets and Docs Canvas Online Instructor Training Qualifications Professional Master’s or Doctorate degree in Communication from an accredited institution.
A minimum of three years of online teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
Computer literate in software and internet-based applications.
Proficient in APA style (formatting, citation requirements, punctuation, etc.) Personal Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to view and manage role and responsibilities in relation to the larger mission, goals, and perspective of the University.
Collaborative nature, with the ability to build consensus.
Outstanding organizational and project management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and solves problems, asking for input and initiating solutions as appropriate and reasonable.
Capacity to quickly learn new software applications.
Willingness to receive additional training and/or faculty mentoring.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment when interacting with students, other faculty, and staff.
Physical Demands Majority of work is performed in front of a computer and on the telephone; must have ability to use the computer and remain stationary for long periods of time.
Manage conversations in person, online and by telephone.
Work well under pressure and manage stress well.
Communicate clearly: speak, read, write, and hear clearly to perform essential functions.
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets.
Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.
Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations.
This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs.
It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities.
ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world.
ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
Questions?
Contact Human Resources at humanresources@acu.edu or call 325-674-2359.
Market context
Texas remote communication adjunct role
Adjunct Organizational Communication roles in Texas often draw steady interest because colleges need instructors who can teach online courses flexibly while maintaining academic rigor. This role is competitive for candidates with a professional master’s or doctorate in Communication, strong APA style proficiency, and prior higher-ed online teaching experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then tailor your application to show remote teaching experience and examples of student engagement in asynchronous courses.
