Adjunct Faculty, Communication

Salary Range: $880 - $1,000 per credit hour

Chaminade University of Honolulu

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.

Title:

Adjunct Faculty, Communication

Department:
School of Humanities, Arts, and Design

Status:
Part-time, on-demand per semester

Classification:
Exempt

Direct Report:
Dean of the School of Humanities, Arts, and Design

The responsibilities of this position are comprised of teaching a basic "COM 101" class with focus on public speaking and interpersonal communication. The Adjunct Faculty are expected to remain current in the discipline and pedagogy. The Adjunct Faculty are also expected to participate actively in curriculum delivery, development, and assessment. The Adjunct Faculty will hold regular office hours in support of students.

• Meet faculty responsibilities as described by Chaminade University’s Policy Manual IV.
• Support policies as stated in the Chaminade School of Business and Communication Handbook and in course syllabi.
• Participate in meetings related to the course(s) being taught.
• Demonstrate and encourage critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrate and maintain a professional relationship with administration, faculty, staff, and students.
• Communicate clearly with administration, faculty, staff, and students.
• Serve as a professional role model for students.
• Maintain high standards and promote excellence in education.
• Demonstrate ongoing professional competency by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and remaining current in the academic discipline.

• Required:
  
  Minimum Education /
  
  Experience:
  
  Master’s or terminal degree in field of teaching or a closely related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Preferred:
  College-level teaching experience is highly desirable.
• Skills:
  
  Computer literate with an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point); learning management systems (e.g. Canvas); e-mail programs; and the internet. Has knowledge and experience in using common office equipment such as copiers and scanners.

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. Some holiday and weekend work may be required.

Candidate must be able to traverse the campus, stoop, bend, climb stairs, lift approximately 35 lbs., and have finger dexterity.

The successful candidate will possess 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 serving students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.

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Chaminade University of Honolulu