FT Instructor Religion & Ethics

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Department Head of Humanities Music and General Studies the FT Ethics and Religion Faculty is
responsible for teaching a variety of introductory and upper-level undergraduate Ethics and Religions courses.
Teaching flexibility is highly desired.

Essential Job Functions:

Teaching all levels of undergraduate Ethics and Religion courses. (Teaching load is up to 15 credit hours per
semester; may have release time to conduct research or other duties.)
Complete yearly Professional Development courses as defined by the school.
Ability to use technology in the classroom as well as teaching online courses as needed.
Advising students (when applicable).
Effectively managing the classroom environment.
Developing maintaining and submitting accurate timely and complete records (attendance assignments
grades end of course reports etc.).
Participating in course and curriculum development mentoring part-time faculty and students as well as
providing service to the School and the University as assigned.
Managing and supervising student-interns (when applicable).
Serving the School the University and the profession and community as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned. Note: This job description is not intended to provide all duties that may be required
of the position as other duties may be required of this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Job Qualifications
Required Education and/or Experience
Earned Masters Degree in Ethics/Philosophy and Religion or a Ph.D. in Ethics/Philosophy and Religion or related
field (with at least 18 credit hours of Ethics/Philosophy and Religion related classes). Degree must be from an
accredited institution of higher learning.
Graduate level coursework must include Ethics and Religion courses.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Teaching experience at the university level preferred.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated understanding and strong commitment to cultural diversity.
Experience with publishing and/or presenting research preferred.

Certificates Licenses or Registrations
Must possess the minimum credential standards of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on
Colleges (SACSCOC) which normally includes at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in the subject area or
suitable approved justifications.

Other Competencies (skills abilities behavior)

• Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission Vision and Core Values of the organization. Vision
  commitment and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence are critical. Strong oral and written
  presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in the organization
  decision-making problem-solving and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects
  simultaneously. Must be able to read write and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally) bending and carrying. Specific
  vision abilities include the ability to use close vision. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear and to use
  hands and fingers to handle or feel.