Adjunct Faculty - Communication Disorders (CMDO)
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LocationRemote
Work moderemote · United States
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentEducation
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedAug 13, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Masters degree or higher in Communication Sciences & Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology or related field from an accredited institution
Computer literate in software and internet-based applications
Ability to provide rich and timely feedback on student work
Ability to facilitate a range of class sizes, up to 29 students
Place students in groups on Canvas for assignments/discussions
Provide timely and helpful answers to students' inquiries
Be available for virtual meetings with students one-on-one or in group settings and hold a minimum of two office hours per week
Facilitate and grade all assignments in a timely manner (within 24-72 hours)
Enter final course grades after consultation with lead faculty and/or program director by CGPS deadline
Alert lead faculty or Program Director to any student issues (performance issues, policy violations)
Provide feedback to program director for program and/or course improvement
Participate in faculty meetings as able
Attend/complete program and CGPS faculty training and provide credentialing/records updates as required
Attention to detail and follow through
Time management skills
Maintain confidentiality
Computer proficiency
Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal abilities
Provide quality instruction and support to students while maintaining academic and university standards
Ability to collaborate or work independently as the situation requires
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access
Proficiency in Google Calendar, Mail, Sheets and Docs
Proficiency in Canvas and Bridge (online learning platforms)
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to view and manage roles and responsibilities in relation to larger mission, goals and perspective of the university
Collaborative nature, with the ability to build consensus
Outstanding organizational and project management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines
Self-motivated and solves problems, asking for input and initiating solutions as appropriate and reasonable
Capacity to quickly learn new software applications
Willingness to receive additional training and/or faculty mentoring
Ability to demonstrate good judgment when interacting with students, other faculty and staff
Previous online teaching experience in higher education is strongly preferred
Must be a professing Christian and willing to support the Christian mission of ACU
Comply with all pertinent policies and procedures outlined in Abilene Christian University's Handbook, Faculty Guidelines, and those specified by ACU's College of Graduate and Professional Studies
Skills
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Access
Google Calendar
Google Mail
Google Sheets
Google Docs
Canvas
Bridge
About the company
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.
About the role
Provide high-quality instruction, direction and support for students in the online classroom environment.
Essential Duties
Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
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Provide rich and timely feedback on student work, being both encouraging and constructively critical.
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Facilitate a range of class sizes, up to 29 students.
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Place students in groups on Canvas for assignments/discussions.
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Provide timely and helpful answers to students’ inquiries regarding course material or academic matters.
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Be available for virtual meetings with students one-on-one or in group settings and hold a minimum of two office hours per week.
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Facilitate and grade all assignments in a timely manner (within 24-72 hours).
•
Enter final course grades after consultation with lead faculty and/or program director by CGPS deadline.
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Alert lead faculty or Program Director to any student issues. This includes performance issues (e.g. failing grades, failing to turn in assignments, etc.) and policy violation issues (e.g. plagiarism).
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Comply with all pertinent policies and procedures outlined in Abilene Christian University’s Handbook, Faculty Guidelines, and those specified by ACU’s College of Graduate and Professional Studies.
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Provide feedback to program director for program and/or course improvement.
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Participate in faculty meetings as able.
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Attend/complete program and CGPS faculty training and provide credentialing/records updates as required.
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Other duties, as assigned and directed by lead faculty and/or Program Director.
Professional Development Requirements:
Skills
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Attention to detail and follow through.
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Time management skills.
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Maintain confidentiality.
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Computer proficiency.
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Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal abilities.
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Provide quality instruction and support to students while maintaining academic and university standards.
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Ability to collaborate or work independently as the situation requires.
Training Modules Required
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Microsoft Word, Excel, Access
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Google Calendar, Mail, Sheets and Docs
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Canvas and Bridge (online learning platforms)
Qualifications:
Professional
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A Masters degree or higher in Communication Sciences & Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology or related field from an accredited institution.
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Previous online teaching experience in higher education is strongly preferred.
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Computer literate in software and internet-based applications.
Personal
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Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
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Ability to view and manage roles and responsibilities in relation to larger mission, goals and perspective of the university.
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Collaborative nature, with the ability to build consensus.
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Outstanding organizational and project management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
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Self-motivated and solves problems, asking for input and initiating solutions as appropriate and reasonable.
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Capacity to quickly learn new software applications.
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Willingness to receive additional training and/or faculty mentoring.
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Ability to demonstrate good judgment when interacting with students, other faculty and staff.
Physical Demands:
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Majority of work is performed in front of a computer and on the telephone; must have the ability to use the computer and remain stationary for long periods of time.
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Manage conversations in person, online and by telephone.
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Work well under pressure and manage stress well.
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Communicate clearly: speak, read, write, and hear clearly to perform essential functions.
Legal
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university’s financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.