Adjunct Assistant Professor - General Education - Communication/Public Speaking

Unitek Learning; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Unitek Learning is seeking an Online General Education Communication/Public Speaking Instructor to join our team. The role focuses on delivering quality online instruction using the LMS, developing coursework, and guiding students across humanities, social sciences, English and related subjects.

The position requires a Master’s degree with 15 credits in public speaking/communications/linguistics, strong mentoring and communication skills, and prior online teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; 15 course credits in public speaking, communications, and/or linguistics.
• Experience mentoring students and strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Previous online teaching experience using a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Instruct students and develop coursework for assigned classes.
• Review and revise syllabi and instructional guidelines.
• Regularly evaluate students and inform them of progress.
• Maintain LMS-based course content and deliver content online.
• Provide office hours and timely communication with students.
• Participate in faculty meetings and professional development.

Skills

Public speaking

Strong communication

Online teaching

LMS experience

Education

Master's degree in public speaking / communications / linguistics

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

We are looking for an Online General Education Communication/Public Speaking Instructor to join our team.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required - must have 15 course credits completed specifically in public speaking, communications, and/or linguistics.
• Ability to teach courses such as: Humanities, Social Sciences, English, Communication/Public Speaking, Math, Statistics, Chemistry, Basic Sciences, Psychology, Public Speaking, Sociology, History, Ethics, Political Science, Critical Reasoning
• Master's Degree required; Doctoral Degree preferred
• Experience which demonstrates: ability to mentor students; strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Previous online teaching experience required utilizing a Learning Management System (LMS)
• A documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including but not limited to education theory and practice, or current concepts relative to specific subjects he or she will be teaching, or current clinical practice experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed

Responsibilities

• Instruct students and develop coursework for the assigned classes
• Make continuous efforts to improve quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing different and innovative methodologies/techniques in teaching
• Assist with reviewing and revising syllabi and instructional guidelines
• Regularly evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving curriculum and course objectives and inform them in a timely manner of their progress
• Assist with strategic planning and assessment of instructional initiatives to ensure quality of program
• Maintain student records of attendance, grades, and assist with program data collection
• Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) as the tool to deliver course content while maintaining relevance and currency
• Provide access to students for ongoing communication through scheduling of office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods
• Participate in professional development; maintain CE hours to ensure renewed licensure (if applicable), and stay current with college updates
• Commitment to teaching and working with a multicultural and multigenerational student body
• Participate in Quarterly Online Faculty meetings
• Other duties as assigned by Associate Dean-Online Programs/Program Director-Online Nursing

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program

Unitek Learning is a leading healthcare education organization focused on preparing the next generation of nurses and healthcare professionals. Through its family of institutions, including Unitek College of Nursing, Eagle Gate College, Provo College, Brookline College, and Unitek EMT, Unitek delivers career-focused education designed to help students build meaningful careers while addressing critical workforce needs across the healthcare industry. Through our Workforce Solutions segment, Unitek partners with hospitals and health systems to create sustainable talent pipelines and expand access to healthcare education through employer-based training and workforce development programs nationwide.