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DeVry Educational Development Corp.

Visiting Professor - English Composition

DeVry Educational Development Corp., California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Overview Virtual

DeVry University strives to close our society’s opportunity gap and address emerging talent needs by preparing learners to thrive in careers shaped by continuous technological change. Through innovative programs, relevant partnerships, and exceptional care, we empower students to meaningfully improve their lives, communities, and workplaces. Our colleague experience is an area of obsessive focus. At DeVry University, we care about you. Because, only through you can we deliver our unique Care Formula to our learners and partners.

This part-time faculty position involves teaching English Composition and providing academic support to students enrolled in the DeVry University Advantage Academy’s dual degree program. This innovative two-year program is designed for students beginning their junior year of high school, enabling them to graduate with both a high school diploma and an associate degree from DeVry University.

Responsibilities

Develops and provides students with an approved DeVry University syllabus that follows a template established by the local campus, and which includes the terminal course objectives.

Organizes, prepares, and regularly revises and update all course materials.

Uses appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including Websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.

Models effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.

Sets clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examinations dates, and weight the distribution of various evaluation categories.

Ensures that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.

Demonstrates consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of exams, and provide timely feedback to students.

Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A master's degree is required for all faculty positions, along with 18 graduate credit hours in the subject being taught

Please upload a copy of your unofficial transcripts (graduate level and above) with your application.

Qualifying credentials must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Administration, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation.

Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.

Faculty must have requisite subject matter expertise and outstanding communication skills.

Faculty must also have excellent motivational and instructional skills in a diverse and non-traditional environment.

Must be able to work in a collaborative manner and facilitate the efforts of diverse groups.

Pay Visiting Professor pay is based on level, the number of credit hours taught per 8-week session, and location. In addition, DeVry University does not guarantee any specific number of work hours or assignments, which may vary based on the University’s needs and discretion.

Pay may vary in most states from $1500-$2700 per 8-week session

Pay in the states of AZ, CA, IN and PA is paid at an hourly rate of either $22.00/hour or $23.50/hour

For Visiting Professor roles, we accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Benefits DeVry University offers benefit options for full-time colleagues, including:

401(k) and Roth Plan w/match

Paid Tuition Program

Remote and Flex Work Options

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Fertility Coverage

Family and Domestic Partner Coverage

Adoption Assistance

Wellness Programs

Mental Health Care Programs

Tax Savings Account (FSA and HSA)

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life, Accident, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance

Auto/Homeowners, Pet and Legal Insurance

Exclusive Discount Programs

Family Care Services

2nd.MD, a virtual expert medical consultation service

Health Advocacy Service

DeVry University offers benefit options for Visiting Professors, including:

401(k) and Roth Plan

Paid Tuition Program

Remote and Flex Work Options

Paid Sick Time

Technology Stipend

Benefits vary based on employment status. Part-time/Visiting Professors positions may not be eligible for all benefits.

We believe that a vibrant and collaborative workplace is essential to our educational mission and the success of our community. We are committed to a workplace environment where all colleagues feel valued, respected, and supported.

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