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Job Summary
Location: Methodist College
Address: 720 N. 87th St. - Omaha, NE
Work Schedule: Mondays from 5:30-8:20pm - August 19-December 13, 2024
Experienced faculty member needed to teach fall 2024 foundation course in ASL starting August 19, 2024. The course uses Dawn Press Signing Naturally digital teaching resources with a clear curriculum focus on healthcare delivery. The course is currently scheduled once per week on Mondays from 5:30-8:20 pm on campus. The curriculum is established, but it requires an experienced candidate connected to the Deaf community. Technology experience with Brightspace LMS and GoReact is a plus!
Minimally, a master’s degree is required or a master's degree in progress with some certification experience for interpreting or other language-teaching background in American Sign Language. Please submit resume, graduate transcripts, two references, and a philosophy of teaching statement for engaging students to learn sign language.
Command of the subject and use of effective teaching/learning methods.
In conjunction with Program Director and/or Course Coordinator, facilitate clear formulation of learning objectives/outcomes demonstrated by thorough course planning, and thorough preparation for individual classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical sessions.
Skill in communicating with students and challenging them to go beyond what is required.
Effective course implementation through the use of a variety of instructional methods, as appropriate, to foster an environment to stimulate student interest and pursuit of learning.
Integrity, open-mindedness and objectivity in presenting material.
Ability to relate the subject to other areas of knowledge.
Collaboration with other faculty in the development of curriculum.
Systematic assessment of student learning.
Provision of constructive feedback in a timely manner to students to foster professional development.
Punctuality and reliability in conduct of classes.
Course revision as needed to increase effectiveness
Summarize (list in comments) any additional instructional responsibilities, activities, or accomplishment(s) for the review period.
Professionalism
Demonstrate interpersonal and team skills
Supports collegiality by behaving in a professional manner with faculty, staff and administration.
Responds to communications and requests in a timely fashion.
Treats staff and faculty in a professional manner.
Supports College strategic initiatives.
Responds appropriately to guidance and constructive criticism.
Maintains a professional appearance appropriate for the position.
Follows and understands the mission, vision, core values and Standards of Behavior.
Participates in required meetings and events as appropriate.
Fulfills mandatory job requirements (e.g., timely submission of syllabi and grades, AOR, maintenance of certification/licensure, related employee health requirements as applicable).
Summarize (list in comments) any effective instructional methodology as applicable for the review period.
Schedule
Mondays from 5:30-8:20pm - August 19-December 13, 2024
Job Description
Job Requirements
Education
Completion of terminal degree deemed appropriate per programmatic needs in the assigned discipline from a regionally accredited institution required, with a minimum of 18 semester hours in content-specific related field; master’s and/or doctoral degree in related field preferred.
Experience
Minimum of one (1) year experience in area relevant to program assignment required; one or more years of experience in teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred.
License/Certifications
Where appropriate, Nebraska licensure and national certifications are required of faculty employed at Nebraska Methodist College.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Ability to provide academic instruction, read, analyze, interpret and grade academic assignments in a higher educational environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficiency with personal computer and standard office applications.
Knowledge of various teaching methods and adult learning styles.
Skill in the effective use of resources including time, information and available services.
Knowledge and support of the College mission statement and its values.
Physical Requirements
Weight Demands
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
NOTE: Faculty who work with students completing clinical assignments will be required to meet Medium Work standards-exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
Physical Activity
Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):
Balancing
Climbing
Carrying
Crawling
Crouching
Distinguish colors
Kneeling
Lifting
Pulling/Pushing
Reaching
Standing
Stooping/bending
Twisting
Walking
Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
Hearing
Repetitive Motions
Seeing/Visual
Speaking/talking
Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
Fingering/Touching
Grasping
Keyboarding/typing
Sitting
Job Hazards
Not Related:
Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)
Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)
Rare (1-33%):
Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
Mechanical moving parts/vibrations
About Methodist
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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