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SalaryChaminade University of Honolulu
Job Description
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.
Position Information
Reporting Relationship
This position reports to the Dean of the School of Humanities, Arts & Design
Position Summary
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach select courses in the English in program
- 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 instructor will deliver student-focused, active-learning instruction and conduct assessments of student, program, and course learning outcomes.
- Other duties as assigned by the Dean, within the scope of the Faculty handbook.
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Qualifications
Minimum Education
Hold an MA, MFA, or PhD in English or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated success in teaching at an institution of higher education for at least one (1) year;
- Demonstrated teaching excellence in the discipline or related field
- Proficient in the use of technology such as Microsoft Office Suite or related software, learning management systems (e.g. Canvas), and other programs related to teaching, learning, advising, and assessment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and students at all levels of the university.
- Ability to prioritize work and resources.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- High integrity and ethical standards.
- Willing to travel and teach at satellite campuses and/or online or hybrid courses as assigned.
Physical Requirements
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.
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 schedules 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
Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving
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.
