What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjuncts-HUM position at University of Central Oklahoma?
Humanities Adjunct
Position Overview:
Note: Adjunct positions at UCO are part-time teaching positions. This posting is to create a pool of interested applicants from which the Department may draw as sections become open at any point in the current academic year. This posting may or may not result in the hiring of adjuncts. Adjunct faculty members provide quality learning experience for students and support the educational philosophy, mission, and long-term goals of the University of Central Oklahoma, the College of Liberal Arts, and the hiring department. Adjunct faculty members teach classes, advise and mentor students, evaluate student performance, and maintain student records in accordance with university policies. Adjunct faculty members work in a collaborative manner with full- and part-time colleagues and adhere to all of the policies and procedures outlined in the UCO Faculty and Employee Handbooks.
Department Specific Essential Job Functions:
Adjuncts teach sections of General Humanities HUM 2113 Ancient to Medieval and/or General Humanities HUM 2223 Renaissance to Modern. These courses are interdisciplinary humanities courses that cover both broad aspects of human culture (art, literature, music, religion, philosophy) over time and the formal aesthetic qualities of various artistic media. Instructors are needed for both in-person and online, but online teaching requires a formal training course through the University Center for eLearning and Connected Environments (CeCE) which can be taken after hiring. Adjunct for both in-person and online courses must be residents of the state of Oklahoma.
Qualifications/Experience Required:
Possesses at least a master's degree in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Qualifications/Experience Preferred:
Experience in teaching a topic in the humanities at the college-level.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Teaches, advises and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university, the mission and long-term goals of the University. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Adheres to all policies and procedures outlined in the UCO Faculty and Employee Handbooks.
Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.