Adjunct Faculty

Full Time
Omaha, NE 68114
Posted
Job description
  • Purpose of Job
      Provide effective student instruction to meet course objectives.
  • Job Requirements
      Education
      • Completion of terminal degree deemed appropriate per programmatic needs in the assigned discipline from a regionally accredited institution required, with a minimum of 18 semester hours in content-specific related field; master’s and/or doctoral degree in related field preferred.

      Experience
      • Minimum of one (1) year experience in area relevant to program assignment required; one or more years of experience in teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred.

      License/Certifications
      • Where appropriate, Nebraska licensure and national certifications are required of faculty employed at Nebraska Methodist College.

      Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
      • Ability to provide academic instruction, read, analyze, interpret and grade academic assignments in a higher educational environment.
      • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
      • Proficiency with personal computer and standard office applications.
      • Knowledge of various teaching methods and adult learning styles.
      • Skill in the effective use of resources including time, information and available services.
      • Knowledge and support of the College mission statement and its values.
  • Physical Requirements
      Weight Demands
      • Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
        • NOTE: Faculty who work with students completing clinical assignments will be required to meet Medium Work standards-exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

      Physical Activity
      • Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):
        • Balancing
        • Climbing
        • Carrying
        • Crawling
        • Crouching
        • Distinguish colors
        • Kneeling
        • Lifting
        • Pulling/Pushing
        • Reaching
        • Standing
        • Stooping/bending
        • Twisting
        • Walking
      • Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
        • Hearing
        • Repetitive Motions
        • Seeing/Visual
        • Speaking/talking
      • Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
        • Fingering/Touching
        • Grasping
        • Keyboarding/typing
        • Sitting

      Job Hazards
      • Not Related:
        • Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)
        • Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
        • Equipment/Machinery/Tools
        • Explosives (pressurized gas)
        • Electrical Shock/Static
        • Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)
      • Rare (1-33%):
        • Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
        • Mechanical moving parts/vibrations
  • Essential Job Functions
      Essential Functions I

      • Teaching

        • Factors: Instructional Responsibilities: Demonstrate effective instructional methodology.

          • Command of the subject and use of effective teaching/learning methods.
          • In conjunction with Program Director and/or Course Coordinator, facilitate clear formulation of learning objectives/outcomes demonstrated by thorough course planning, and thorough preparation for individual classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical sessions.
          • Skill in communicating with students and challenging them to go beyond what is required.
          • Effective course implementation through the use of a variety of instructional methods, as appropriate, to foster an environment to stimulate student interest and pursuit of learning.
          • Integrity, open-mindedness and objectivity in presenting material.
          • Ability to relate the subject to other areas of knowledge.
          • Collaboration with other faculty in the development of curriculum.
          • Systematic
            assessment of student learning.
          • Provision
            of constructive feedback in a timely manner to students to foster professional
            development.
          • Punctuality and reliability in conduct of classes.
          • Course revision as needed to increase effectiveness
          • Summarize (list in comments) any additional instructional responsibilities, activities, or accomplishment(s) for the review period.
      • Professionalism

        • Demonstrate interpersonal and team skills
          • Supports collegiality by behaving in a professional manner with faculty, staff and administration.
          • Responds to communications and requests in a timely fashion.
          • Treats staff and faculty in a professional manner.
          • Supports College strategic initiatives.
          • Responds appropriately to guidance and constructive criticism.
          • Maintains a professional appearance appropriate for the position.
          • Follows and understands the mission, vision, core values and Standards of Behavior.
          • Participates in required meetings and events as appropriate.
          • Fulfills mandatory job requirements (e.g., timely submission of syllabi and grades, AOR, maintenance of certification/licensure, related employee health requirements as applicable).
          • Summarize (list in comments) any effective instructional methodology as applicable for the review period.

Location: Nebraska Methodist Health System · A&S Undergraduate
Schedule: Casual, Rotating Shift, VARIES

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