Adjunct Instructor of Communication

DESCRIPTION:
East Texas Baptist University invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Communication Department. The position will include teaching one or more on-campus sections of the general education communication course at East Texas Baptist University in Marshall TX.

DUTIES:
East Texas Baptist University invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in Communication. The positionwill include teaching one or more face-to-face (on-campus) sections of COMM 1315 Public Speaking or COMM 1311 Fundamentals of Speech Communication. Successful candidates may be offered opportunities to teach in person classes in Communication in subsequent semesters.

QUALIFICATIONS:
ETBU seeks a qualified individual with a masters degree and 18 graduate hours in communication coursework. Candidatesmust have a strong commitment to teaching as well as the ability to communicate well with students and colleagues. Candidates must possess an appreciation and commitment to teach in Christian higher education through the integration of biblical faith and learning.

CHRISTIAN COMMITMENT:
The Employee must be a professing Christian believer with a demonstrated personal relationship with Jesus must be a model of Christ-like character servant leadership integrity ethics and biblical/moral must support ETBUs distinct Christ-centered educational mission and share the institutional commitment to the integration of biblical faith and academic shall possess a commitment to Christ-centered faith-integrated service and devotion to students intellectual enlightenment spiritual formation servant leadership development and career preparation.
The employee shall be cognizant and committed to the values traditions and history of Baptists. Employee agrees that he or she is an active member of a local Baptist church or Christian denominational church and regularly attends as a servant leader and role model for the students of ETBU employee is required to participate in the life of the University via institutional meetings Chapel services prayer emphases discipleship programming committee participation local community ministry/service and campus activities and events. Employee provides active support of the spiritual intellectual and educational ideals values activities and objectives of East Texas Baptist University; and conforms to Christian standards of faith and service.

THE UNIVERSITY:
East Texas Baptist University is a Christ-centered liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an institution affiliated with Texas Baptists (BGCT) ETBU uses the Bible and the1963 Baptist Faith and Messageas the theological framework and basis for institutional mission governance and compliance with federal law the University does not discriminate on the basis of race sex national or ethnic origin age disability or military service in employment. Under federal law East Texas Baptist University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its mission.

Mission Statement
As a Christ-centered institution East Texas Baptist University educates students by integrating biblical faith and learning to develop mind body and soul through community engagement to prepare graduates to be Christian servant leaders in their calling to God and humanity.

Core Commitments of East Texas Baptist University
Embracing Faith Ensure the integration of biblical faith in curricular and co-curricular experiences including service opportunities while embracing our Baptist heritage.
Engaging Minds Equip students through excellence in teaching research and scholarship to explore Gods truth and providing the knowledge and skills for academic success degree completion employment opportunity and lifelong learning.
Empowering Leaders Develop and deploy Christian servant leaders for their callings to God and to humanity.
Enhancing Community Create an environment conducive to the development of the whole person through relevant facilities resources and services which allows a diverse and growing community to utilize their God-given gifts both locally and globally.

APPLICATIONS:
Complete the university application using the APPLY FOR THIS POSITION button and upload the following documents:

For additional information contact:
Dr. Kate Mead Assistant Dean
School of Communication and Performing Arts



DEADLINES:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will begin as suitable applications are received.