Architecture & Design Online Faculty: Foundational Architectural Studios

Job description

Adjuncts are essential to Liberty University’s mission of Training Champions for Christ. It is expected that ‎‎‎‎‎‎an adjunct member models a personal commitment to the goals and values of Liberty University, engage ‎‎‎‎‎‎in an active commitment to, and experience of, personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed ‎‎‎‎‎‎Christian worldview. Adjuncts should view their teaching, engagement with students, and scholarship as a ‎‎‎‎means to a significant educational ‎‎end. They should strive to employ a variety of techniques for the ‎‎‎‎development of good learning ‎‎conditions, view each student as a unique individual, and insofar as it is ‎‎‎‎possible, provide for individual ‎‎differences, abilities, and interests. ‎ Liberty University seeks adjunct architectural educators and professionals who will make significant contributions to the innovative teaching of architectural subjects and courses within the new Architecture & Design Program. Teaching will focus on instruction and continued course development toward NAAB accreditation in the areas of foundational architectural design studios at the undergraduate levels. In addition, the position may also teach upper studio and/or supporting skills or technologies courses as approved by the Director of the Program. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teaching subject material according to approved curriculum and assigned schedule to promote student fulfillment, professional training, and academic excellence. Mentor and inspire students in matters related to exemplary academics, attendance, professionalism, and behaviors, while guiding students in achieving successful completions of clear course objectives, learning outcomes, and quality expectations. Provide regularly scheduled reviews and assessments of student work and deliver timely feedback and clear revisory strategies toward expected outcomes. Maintain and report student grades and attendance in accordance with university policies and procedures. Participate in school retention initiatives by maintaining productive class contact and outreach, while offering assistance to absent and/or at-risk students. Motivate students to actively participate and support in all aspects of educational, professional, and creative processes in accordance with the program’s code of ethics. Maintain university standards regarding course activity, emails, grading, and communication with the Instructional Mentor and students. Maintain continued course development and end-of-semester assessments toward meeting NAAB accreditation goals in communication with the Instructional Mentor Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies and The Liberty Way – Student Honor Code , representing the University in an exemplary manner. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ . SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None QUALIFICATIONS, CREDENTIALS, AND COMPETENCIES Required Qualifications: Master of Architecture (M. Arch), Master of Fine Arts (Design/Interior Design/Graphics), Master of Interior Design/Architecture degree, and/or a professional terminal degree in Architecture from an accredited institution, and at least two years of tested professional experience and/or related university-level teaching experience. Provide evidence of, or the potential for, effective teaching, tested professional expertise, creative/scholarly activity, public communication, and professional collegiality. Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Architecture or a closely related field to the subject of study (or ABD within one year). Significant internships and project experience with partial to full completion of the ARE leading to NCARB/Professional Licensure for teaching upper architectural studio courses. Studio teaching experience with creative/scholarly work in areas of disciplinary expertise. Please include the following materials as a single PDF: Letter of interest stating design and teaching philosophies and expertise areas, a current resume or CV, and contact info for three references. Composed portfolio or other evidence of teaching, creative or research activities, and/or professional work composed as a single PDF document not to exceed 20 pages in length; focus on design/teaching interests. Applicants must demonstrate a personal faith commitment to the Liberty University’s evangelical Christian mission and purpose, plus full adherence to its doctrines. Demonstrated strength or potential in teaching at the college level, with familiarity in use of collaborative and online learning techniques and student-centered methods of instruction. Proven organizational skills and ability to complete assignments timely and accurately with minimal supervision. Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of experience, skills, and abilities. Possess excellent interpersonal, empathetic, customer service, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work well with students, faculty, and staff, as well as public entities. ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB Communication and Comprehension Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information. Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner. Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University. Strong organizational skills. Computer skills (e.g. architecture-related). Problem Solving Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature. Physical and Sensory Abilities May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard. Regularly required to hear and speak to effectively communicate orally. Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus. Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel, or stoop to conduct business. Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds. May be required to travel. WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well-lit, and the noise level is moderate. The working environment may include the facilitation of events outdoors occasionally. Driving Requirements If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position. Time Type Part time Location Remote Location Pay Rate Courses are typically paid at $800 per load hour. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.