Graduate Speech Language Pathology Adjunct

Graduate Speech Language Pathology Adjunct Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) is an intentionally Christian teaching university for traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults who seek opportunities to learn and grow in an academic community of faith. The University provides the context for a transformational experience through excellent academics, service opportunities, caring relationships, and a nurturing spiritual and social environment. Faculty, staff, and students are challenged to achieve their highest potential, to become increasingly Christ-like and to make a difference in their world through lifelong service. The University seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) for the College of Adult and Professional Studies (CAPS) to teach courses to MS-SLP students in an online format. All graduate courses utilize pre-developed, standardized curricula (includes textbook selection, course syllabus, grading scale, and all learning objectives, assignments, assessments, and activities). Instructors are required to facilitate the course using these materials and resources, which are provided to students via the Moodle learning management system. Responsibilities for this position include: - Nurture a positive online learning environment that fosters collegiality, critical thinking, personal growth, and mutual respect - Effectively facilitate weekly course content, including all discussion forums and other learning activities - Ensure completion of all learning outcomes as outlined in the course syllabus - Regularly interact with students via weekly meeting, announcements, and discussion forums - Provide detailed and timely feedback on all student assignments - Actively monitor student progress and timely completion of all assigned learning activities, and assist students as needed - Identify at-risk students and refer them to appropriate academic support services - Respond to all student questions and concerns in a timely manner - Submit weekly attendance and final grades within required deadlines Expectations for the successful candidate: - Evangelical Christian confession of faith and experience is required with the ability to integrate Christian values into all aspects of life and learning, and a willingness to adhere to university Lifestyle Guidelines - Doctorate in Communication Sciences and Disorders or a related field - Active license in Speech-Language Pathology - Active Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association - Desire to help students succeed in the university setting with strong connectivity to college student needs - Exceptional interpersonal, oral presentation, and written communication skills - Engaging facilitation style and appreciation of successful instructional approaches for a range of student academic abilities • Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office (Moodle training will be provided) In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of all ethnic groups underrepresented in higher education. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, early application is strongly advised. Interested candidates should send an application letter, curriculum vita, unofficial college transcripts, evidence of teaching competence, names and contact information for three references, a one-to two-page statement of educational philosophy, and a one-to two-page statement of faith. Applicants are encouraged to submit application materials via email as Microsoft Word, .pdf file attachments to: [email protected].<