Job description

Instructor/Coordinator of the Bachelor of Science in Liberal & Applied Studies

(BSLAS) Program

SUMMARY

Southeastern Oklahoma State University's department of English, Humanities, and Languages invites applications for a full-time Instructor position. Given that Southeastern is a Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institution, experience working with Native American students and/or faculty is preferred.

Summary: The successful candidate will have teaching responsibilities in BSLAS program, utilizing campus-based and online formats, with a teaching load of six credit hours per semester. Working with the BSLAS-Coordinating Committee, the successful candidate will coordinate all activities related to the BSLAS, advise Liberal & Applied Studies majors, compile assessment data in the form of an annual report, and have ongoing interaction with the Academic Advising & Outreach Center, the Online and Distance Advising Center, and coordinate advisement with the outreach centers (Ardmore, Idabel, McAlester, Grayson County).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching:

· The teaching load includes 6 hours in the BSLAS Program (fall and spring), specifically teaching the Capstone course for Liberal & Applied Studies majors that is offered exclusively in a 7-week, online accelerated format.

· Summer teaching will be at additional pay

· Quality Matters certification, or the willingness to obtain Quality Matters certification

· Create and/or maintain course syllabi in accordance with departmental and university guidelines

· Maintain Canvas platform for all courses

Service:

· Participate in professional, program, departmental, school and university committees

· Meet with students and colleagues using technology when necessary

Administrative:

· Carry a significant advising load (historically 70 to 100 students per semester). Assist BSLAS advisees in the registration process (involving instruction in navigating Colleague), provide detailed explanation of the LAS major, evaluate transcripts, develop and maintain degree plan and regularly update progress toward meeting major & graduation requirements, provide graduation information and deadlines

· Summer Coordinator responsibilities, including but not limited to advising, will be at additional pay

· Work with the Registrar’s Office to ensure graduation requirements have been met for all Liberal & Applied Studies majors and to update student records on Colleague

· Complete major clearance letters for all Liberal & Applied Studies majors

· Serve as a liaison between the Academic Advising & Outreach Center, Online and Distance Advising Center

· Work with the directors of academic sites in Ardmore, McAlester, Idabel, Grayson County to assist in advising BSLAS students (reviewing degree plans, completing, and submitting major clearance letters)

· Compile BSLAS data and write the annual report (Program Outcomes & Assessment Report) and Program Review (completed every five years)

ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (FUNCTIONS, DUTIES)

1. Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended upon to report to the assigned duty station at the scheduled time. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious, about assignments.

2. Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the University.

3. Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the University. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working environment.

4. Safety: Employee works safely, attends safety training offered/required, and follows appropriate safety rules and regulations. In relation to level of NIMs training completed, participates in incident management preparation, and performs incident duties as assigned.

5. The opportunity to work remotely is negotiable.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

Master’s degree in English, Composition, Humanities, or a closely related field.

College-Level Teaching Experience.

Evidence of commitment to student success.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Self-motivation and self-direction.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Willingness to take direction.

Ability to participate in group planning processes.

Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple assignments and initiatives.

Ability to meet deadlines.

Certification in Quality Matters, or the equivalent.

PREFERRED:

Teaching experience in interdisciplinary studies.

Experience or degree that reflects ability to work with high-risk students presenting with multiple issues.

Experience and knowledge of contemporary teaching methods used for online learning.

Southeastern Oklahoma State University, founded in 1909 as a teacher college, continues the strong tradition of producing outstanding educators for southeast Oklahoma and north

Texas. Student enrollment on the campus(es) is approximately 5,300 and the campus is situated in rural Oklahoma. The main campus is located in Durant, Oklahoma, which is 80 miles north of Dallas, Texas, and 150 miles southeast of Oklahoma City. The community is close to Lake Texoma and the Choctaw Casino Resort. Southeastern Oklahoma State University continues to be among the nation’s most affordable universities according to the U. S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The start date is August 1, 2023. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled. Position and responsibilities may require multiple campus assignments as well as varied time and delivery methods.

Southeastern offers a comprehensive benefits package including university paid health, vision, life insurance, long term disability, retirement contributions to Oklahoma Teachers Retirement System, as well as a tuition waiver for employees and spouse/dependents who wish to enroll at Southeastern. In addition to the SE paid benefits, there are many voluntary products available to employees such as 403(b), Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, dental, short term disability, dependent life insurance and a variety of ancillary benefits.

Employment is contingent upon the results of a national criminal and sex offender background check. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. SE participates in E-Verify.

SE is an AA/EEO employer committed to multicultural diversity.

Notice to applicants:

If selected, official transcripts from each degree-granting institution will be required upon date of hire.

It is Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment.

To Apply please visit: https://seok.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/140?c=seok

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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