General Job Brief
The Adjunct Professor will teach courses in Physical Education. Instructors
are responsible for the preparation and delivery of all course materials
including the syllabus, lecture, and other course delivery preparation, as
well as keeping attendance records.
This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the
unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth,
and the ability to advance that mission and vision through classroom
instruction and person-to-person mentorship and discipleship.
Prerequisite Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a master's or Ph.D. degree with an emphasis in
Physical Education or Education (K-12).
At least 1 years of experience teaching in a higher education setting
preferred.
Experience with various instructional delivery systems including
integration of technology into coursework
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work both independently and
as part of a team
Strong written and oral presentation skills
Strong organizational skills
Evidence of a Christian commitment with interest in and ability to
integrate orthodox biblical principles and learning
Typical Duties (The following duties are those typically required to do
the job but are not intended to include all duties that comprise the job
content. Typical duties are intended to illustrate the diverse and levels of
difficulty of the job.)
Supervision and instruction of students in classroom and/or lab settings
Development of written syllabi and required course materials
Evaluation of subject matter taught and maintenance of student records
Preparation and grading of exams
Maintaining office hours to advise and assist students
Participation in departmental and university-wide meetings
Provide spiritual support and prayer to students and staff
Working Conditions
Requires the ability to read, write, see, hear, and speak clearly
Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, reach or sit for long periods
of time
Requires working on a computer, PC or laptop; ability to work these and
office related equipment
May be required to lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds
Ability and Skills (Classification is typically expected to possess or
show potential of satisfactory development when placed in the job.)
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents
Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative
techniques or style
Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on
controversial or complex topics
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of abstract
and concrete variables in situations where only a limited standardization
exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral,
diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid
conclusions
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide
range of intellectual and practical problems
Commitment to the University's faith statement, mission, and purposes; and
an active Christian faith
Comfort and familiarity with the practice of praying with and for others,
including students, faculty, and fellow University staff
The ability to meaningfully support and encourage students, faculty, and
staff from a biblical worldview perspective, using relevant and applicable
references from the Old and New Testaments and orthodox Christian writings
