Job Description:
• Provide instruction in accordance with the University and within the scope of departmentally-defined courses, programs of study, and degrees.
• Responsibility includes timely interaction with students and quality assessment of student work with substantive feedback.
• Provide weekly “office hours” support and communicate (e.g., email, posting, live-chat, etc.) in a timely manner with students, other faculty and staff regarding student concerns or issues.
• Faculty may take part in shared governance of curriculum, in some instances participating in curriculum development.
• Participate in training on necessary technologies to facilitate courses.
• Assume responsibility to keep current in the field of study/area of expertise and continue to develop professionally in content, methodologies, and distance-learning strategies.
• Able to make decisions and work independently with exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
• Maintain accurate electronic records for both the learning management system maintenance as well as the University records system and submit all records when required.
• Participate actively in faculty development opportunities (internally and externally).
• Provide feedback concerning student and faculty issues.
• Utilize the philosophy and objectives of University of Arkansas Grantham to create a positive growth environment for learning.
• Proactively participate with students within programs through teaching, welcome forums, recorded videos, etc.
• Notify the appropriate University administrator of any course or course administration issues in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
• Master's Degree in Juris Doctor, Political Science, Criminal Justice
• Minimum of 18 credit hours in Government to teach American Government
• Five years of professional experience
• Prospective faculty must enroll in and successfully complete the Faculty Orientation Training Course
• Online teaching experience is preferred
• All degrees must be conferred from an accredited institution
• Curriculum development experience a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite Products
• Knowledge of, and use of Blackboard Learning Management System is preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with technicians and faculty
• Knowledge of distance learning educational model required
• In-depth knowledge of distance learning educational models, adult learning styles, and technology-assisted instruction.
Benefits:
• University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 - 10% of employee salary