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Head Teacher

Azusa Pacific University

Head Teacher

Azusa, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    APU is seeking employees who desire to engage in our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is pleasing to God and edifying to one another.

     

    The Department of Leadership and Organizational Psychology invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach courses in the Master of Science in Organizational Psychology (MSOP).

     

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    The primary responsibility of adjunct faculty is to deliver instruction in the manner determined by the department. Note: The M.S. in Organizational Psychology is offered through a distributed learning model. Courses are taught in both weekend sessions (three weekends per 9-week term) and/or weekly sessions (one night per week, per 9-week term).

     

    In addition, faculty responsibilities may include:

    • Preparation of syllabus and teaching of curriculum according to the goals and objectives of the department.

    • Student advising and office hours in relation to the course load carried, and as assigned in the faculty teaching assignment.

    • Participation in faculty meetings and departmental activities as identified by the department chair or program director, and assigned in the adjunct faculty contract.

    • Determine student mastery of material and assign final course grades from evaluation of tests, quizzes, homework, and other assignments and activities related to course material.

    • Articulate educational connections in a variety of leadership settings.

    • Responsible for daily electronic timekeeping as it applies to the scope of this position.

     

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Must have a master’s degree or Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY or related area.
    • Preferred experience includes teaching at the college or university level.
    • Demonstrated commitment to professional and scholarly activity.
    • Demonstration of collegial teamwork, including a desire to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the Department of Leadership and Organizational Psychology.
    • The ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
    • A demonstrated, vibrant Christian faith compatible with the mission of Azusa Pacific University.

     

    WORKLOAD

    Assigned teaching duties will not exceed 9 units per semester; office hours and additional duties may be assigned. Total workload will not exceed 29 hours per week, nor 24 units per 12-month period.

     

    MENTAL DEMANDS

    • Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects.
    • Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
    • Self-starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.

     

    Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation.

     

    Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

     

    Required Skills Required Experience

  • Qualifications

    • Outgoing, friendly, approachable (team player)
    • Strong communication skills with team members and clients, demonstrates active listening techniques
    • Ability to be open to other's ideas and willing to compromise
    • Able to compromise and accept other’s ideas
    • Able to follow general directions and guidelines for the firm’s policies, practices, and procedures
    • A supportive team member with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative environment
    • Demonstrates willingness to accept new challenges and learn specialized field
    • Growing knowledge of the profession
    • Basic knowledge of software required for position
    • Good organizational skills

  • Industry
    Education