Professor, Communications Faculty Member
Position Description
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching introductory and advanced courses in Communication and the ability to coach and mentor a speech and debate team.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching 24 units a year in Communication.
- Coaching Bethany's Speech and Debate team (included as part of teaching load)
- Advising students in regard to program requirements and professional development.
- Assisting in the recruitment of students for the School of Arts and Sciences.
- Interfacing with the university through committee assignments and other duties.
- Participation in the spiritual life of the university through chapel attendance and other activities.
Qualifications
- Terminal degree with significant professional/teaching experience preferred; ABD or master's degree with teaching experience considered. The applicant with an M.A. must demonstrate a willingness to enter a doctoral program in Communication or a related field of study.
- Ability to coach and mentor University Speech and Debate team.
- Ability to meet all of the employment requirements required of full-time faculty at Bethany University.
- Interest in working with undergraduate students of all ages and backgrounds.
- Ability to model the core values and stated outcomes of Bethany University.
- Ability to follow through with tasks in a professional and timely manner.
- Ability to assist in the development of an academic program based on planning and assessment.
- Computer skills which can be applied to the development of instructional systems.
Lifestyle Standards
Recognize, understand, and agree to live by the moral and ethical standards of Bethany University as outlined in the Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths and the Bethany University Statement of Faith.
Salary / Compensation
Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; compensation includes a generous benefits plan.
Application Process
To be considered for this position the following completed application materials must be received:
- A current resume or professional vitae
- Transcripts
- A list of three references listing name, phone number, and your professional relationship with the individual (may be a character reference, minister, supervisor, or colleague).
- A personal statement on the philosophy of education in light of the mission statement of Bethany University.
The mission of Bethany University is to provide Biblically-centered education, anchored in Pentecostal doctrine, preparing excellently trained leaders for the Church and Society.
Contact Information
Mail application materials to:
Dr. Marshall Flowers, Jr., Provost
Bethany University
800 Bethany Drive
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Phone Contact: Debbie Murphy, Executive Assistant to the Provost (831) 430-3930
Bethany University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability.