Visiting Professor of Practical Theology

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching courses as assigned including practical theology and general education
• Oversight of undergraduate student ministry internships. Oversight of residencies for students enrolled in the accelerated graduate ministry program. Duties will include working with churches and local pastoral staff
• Ongoing service to the university the church and the community.
• Other duties as assigned including committee responsibilities.

Qualifications:According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• Applicants should have at least a masters degree in an area of ministry although a doctorate in a relevant area is preferred
• Applicants should also be ordained or seeking ordination in the Wesleyan Church or another holiness denomination

Experience

• Substantial ministerial experience
• Teaching experience is highly desirable

Required Skills

• Excellence in knowledge and skills in relation to the appropriate field(s)
• Competence in teaching ability along with an eagerness to improve
• A strong testimony of personal faith and commitment to Christ is essential along with an agreement to live according to the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement
• An enthusiasm for the Wesleyan tradition and ability to function well within a community hosted by The Wesleyan Church

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU in covenant with Gods reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living teaching and learning which exhibits honor respect and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences our community authentically values each members earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christs commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C. Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.