Job Description Summary

Saint Leo University is currently seeking an adjunct instructor of Theology who will develop online courses in Catholic Social Teaching for the MA in Theology and the ThD in Applied Theology programs. The instructor would also teach these courses, each of which are offered typically once every 1-2 years.

Courses are developed and delivered in Canvas. Courses are typically organized into 8 two-week modules and include both synchronous (live sessions) and asynchronous (readings, assignments, discussions, activities, and recorded lectures) components.
The instructor would be responsible for developing all these components.

Applications are processed upon the receipt of all official transcripts while the posting is active.

Job Description

Job Expectations:

Instructors will be considered for needs that arise in our master’s or doctoral programs in theology. Those hired will be considered for graduate teaching and graduate course development as needed.

Typical job expectations are:

Teach assigned courses as contracted.
Provide all necessary information and teach materials as provided on the course syllabus.
Submit final grades within three (3) days after the end of the term.
Deliver in a professional manner course content for any assigned course(s) as specified by the master syllabus and/or as directed by the appropriate academic school dean, director, or chair.
Meet all scheduled synchronous class meetings for the assigned period.
Be available to students in online office hours.
Cooperate in the dissemination of information to students.
Abide by and uphold University policies and core values.
Carry out instructor duties and responsibilities as provided on the website, handbook(s), and policies.

Reporting:

Adjuncts are assigned to specific teaching locations and report to their location administrator as it pertains to daily operations as defined in the term-by-term contractual agreement, but ultimately have responsibility to their discipline specific department chair or director and/or school dean.

Required/Minimum Qualification(s):

A terminal degree in theology from a regionally accredited institution.

Required Documents

The following documents are required for consideration. Please be sure to check the email under which you applied for important instructions on completing remaining steps, including uploading documents in the second step of the application packet process as follows:

Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy - (500 words or less), highlight how your teaching philosophy and practices fit the Mission and Values of Saint Leo University.
Three (3) Names of References – Please list three names of recent professional references, including at least one recent supervisor. Be sure to include reference name, email and phone numbers.
Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all adjuncts.

All official transcripts must be requested from the universities and/or colleagues attended and/or certified transcript evaluations/translations from World Education Services (WES) to be sent to the attention of Veronica Mantegna by email to faculty.transcripts@saintleo.edu or hardcopy to the following address:

ATTN: VERONICA MANTEGNA ACADEMIC AFFAIRS – MC 2006 SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY

PO BOX 6665

SAINT LEO, FLORIDA 33574

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
Employer-provided life insurance
Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
Nationwide Pet Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
403b Retirement Plan
Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period

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