Adjunct Faculty, Social Studies Education

Salary Range:

$880 (Masters) per credit hour

$1,000 (Ph.D/Doctorate) per credit hour

Chaminade University of Honolulu

MISSION STATEMENT

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

Title: Adjunct Professor of Education, Social Studies Education

Division: Education

Department: School of Education and Behavioral Sciences

Exempt 

The responsibilities of this position comprise of teaching education related undergraduate and Masters level Social Studies education courses in the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences.  As a faculty member, the Professor is expected to participate actively in curriculum development and assessment and to perform all duties professionally and ethically, and support the policies and mission of the University. 

1. Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach select Social Studies education courses in the undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Actively participate in division and university related activities and committees, the accreditation process, curriculum development, and assessment.
• Remain current in the latest industry practices, standards, equipment, research, and technology.
• The Adjunct Professor will deliver student-focused, active-learning instruction and conduct assessments of student, program, and course learning outcomes. 
• Other duties and university service may be assigned by the Dean, within the scope of the Faculty handbook.

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive.  The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. Some holiday and weekend work may be required.

Minimum Education

A Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Education or a related field is required.  

Preferred Education

Graduate level coursework in education.

1. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience teaching at the University level.              
• Proficient in the use of technology to support online learning environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas), and other programs related to teaching, learning, advising, and assessment 
• Ability to prioritize work and resources.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• High integrity and ethical standards.

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

1. Other Requirements: 

• This is a part time, exempt position. Nineteen hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required.  Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule
• Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies while employed. The policies can be found at https://chaminade.edu/compliance/resources/ or on the employee Share Portal

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University.  Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.