• Job Description

  Req#: 53168

  About Our Lady of the Lake University:
  

  On the foundation of faith, wisdom and trust in Providence, Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) prepares graduates to transform their communities, families and professions.

  OLLU, founded in 1895 by the Congregation of Divine Providence, is a coeducational comprehensive institution with an enrollment of more than 3,100 students. With its main residential campus in San Antonio and non-traditional programs in San Antonio, Houston, the Rio Grande Valley (La Feria), and online, OLLU has a presence in two of the largest cities in Texas, the border region, and literally around the world.

  The University offers more than 30 undergraduate majors and minors, 14 master's programs and three doctoral programs through its College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business and Leadership, and the College of Professional Studies. OLLU offers classes in daytime, evening, weekend and online formats.

  
  Job Description:
  

  The School of Professional Studies invites applications from qualified individuals to teach one or two sections of undergraduate or graduate courses in the following:

  Classes are typically held on weekends in 4-hour blocks (8:00-12:00 or 1:00-5:00), and presented in face-to-face or hybrid/blended format. Sections available for faculty to teach on a per-semester basis as needed. Fully on-line classes are only available through the main San Antonio campus and do not apply to this posting.

  Responsibilities include: Prepare syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments, as appropriate to the course under the supervision of a lead professor who will provide a sample syllabus and select the textbook(s) for the course. Be available for individual student assistance (outside class time) at least one hour per week per section, and/or respond to telephone or electronic communication from students within 24-48 hours. A virtual classroom is provided for all sections through Blackboard and faculty are encouraged to utilize this technology.

  
  Requirements:
  

  Minimum- Master's degree in the specific field(s) of Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology or related discipline; experience working and/or teaching in one or more of the topic areas and courses formats described above; commitment to excellence in teaching, student-centeredness, and (where applicable) classroom use of technology.

  Preferred- Doctoral degree in one of the fields listed above and/or certification in related area(s).

  
  Additional Information:
  

  Fully on-line classes are only available through the main San Antonio campus and do not apply to this posting.

  For questions about the position description, responsibilities, or qualifications, contact Melinda Kirtley, Director of Houston Weekend College at mgkirtley@lake.ollusa.edu

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

  OLLU seeks to attract, develop and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administrators. The University is committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. EOE

  Our Lady of the Lake University uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

  
  Application Instructions:
  

  Please complete the online Application for Academic Employment (must indicate specific discipline applying for on the academic application section "position applying for"; e.g. if applying to teach Criminal Justice courses, indicate Criminal Justice on academic application) and attach each of the following documents:

  For consideration for Academic Employment, all materials above must be submitted together and at one time. Incomplete packets for academic employment will not be considered.

• About the company

  Our Lady of the Lake University, known locally as the Lake, is a Catholic university in San Antonio, Texas.

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