Adjunct Instructor of History

Overview:
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at Our Lady of the Lake University is seeking Adjunct History Instructors to teach freshman-level survey classes that fulfill the University's general education requirement in history. The department is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the highest quality faculty, staff, and administrators.
Responsibilities:

* Teach freshman-level survey classes that fulfill the University's general education requirement in history

* Teach courses for history majors and minors, contingent upon enrollment

* Preference for teaching online or in person on the San Antonio campus may be specified in the cover letter

* Course responsibilities may include teaching World History 1355 and 1356, US History 1301 and 1302

* Contract renewal is contingent upon evidence of teaching effectiveness

Qualifications:

* Minimum: Master's degree (MA) in History

* Additional desirable qualifications include:

+ Previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level, particularly survey courses similar to those stated above

+ The ability to communicate effectively with a culturally diverse community

+ Creativity and innovation in classroom instruction

+ Effective integration of technology to facilitate student learning

Benefits:

* Employment with Our Lady of the Lake University is contingent upon the applicant undergoing a background investigation

* The University is committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities

* E-Verify is used to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees

* Application instructions include submitting a letter of interest, resume and/or curriculum vitae, copies of all transcripts, and a list of three professional references