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join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online.
The South University 125-year story-past, present, and future-is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the
education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University.
Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will
find South University to be a place you can call home.
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place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.
South University, the right direction for a
brighter future.
Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K
Match
Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
POSITION SUMMARY:
The instructor facilitates meaningful learning of the course competencies in the curriculum and proactively supports all
facets of the learning environment. The Instructor provides education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to
fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. The Instructor encourages a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and
respect, life-long learning and ethics as well as personal and professional development. Incumbent must assure that the South University
philosophy: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and
environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities
of this position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides competency-based education which aligns with the South
University model of curricula as well as supports the South University style of system delivery. - Designs and delivers class
instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course competencies, the development of activities which support lesson
objectives, and (in the case of online instructors ONLY) delivers the instruction as approved. - Enables the achievement of
pre-described exit competencies for student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction which fosters competencies and
establish student performance criteria and evaluation. - t-size:12pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;">Delivers learning-centered
instruction by establishing a classroom/online environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and
preparing for classes and student success. - Promotes student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule as well as
exhibiting a passion for teaching and students and engaging students in the learning process. - Manages the learning environment
through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school/campus and online academic and
attendance policies. - Contributes to a learning culture by participating on curriculum and system task forces, supporting local
campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and meetings. - Relates
professional/life/industry experience to learning by the continuation of professional/technical skills development, the introduction of
industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education/License:
- Masters degree required. PhD in a field related to
the classes to be taught is preferred.
Experience:
- Zero to two years' experience in instruction
or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution. - Membership in a professional association
tied to area of instruction preferred. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful
relationships with student populations. - Outstanding conflict resolution skills.
- Simulation and/or adult health clinical
experience preferred. - Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills
- Computer based skills (i.e., software,
analytical, and report writing skills) - Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring
deadlines. - Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse school/campus and online constituents.
- Ability to develop
and complete projects without continued direct supervision - Ability to learn from students' participation, demonstrates fair and
consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of
this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
the position.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring
employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas,
cultures, and perspectives can thrive.