Adjunct Faculty, MDC Online (Economics)

Inside Higher Ed; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 61,792 - 88,007; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Miami seeks an Adjunct Faculty for online Economics courses. This part-time position involves facilitating student learning and managing online courses. Candidates must hold a Master's in Economics or relevant qualifications and have basic computer and internet skills. Preference for previous online teaching experience. This role is temporary and exempt from overtime compensation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics or relevant qualifications required.
• Florida residency required.
• MDC Online Certification must be obtained upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates student learning in online courses.
• Manages online courses through the LMS.
• Interacts with students online via discussion, chat, and emails.

Skills

Basic computer software skills

Internet skills

Education

Master’s degree in Economics

18 graduate semester hours in Economics

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, MDC Online (Economics)

Location: Wolfson Campus

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 1007635

Job Family: FAC- Part-Time Faculty, Credit Classes

Grade: P1

Salary: $54.37 - Base Rate

Department: MDC Online

Reports To: Academic Director of the MDC Online

Closing Date: Posted on an Ongoing Basis

FLSA Status: Exempt - Not Eligible for Overtime Compensation

First Review Date: September 4, 2024

Position Overview: This Adjunct faculty position teaches online Economics credit courses for MDC Online.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates student learning in online courses
• Manages online courses through the LMS (learning management system) and its tools
• Interacts with students online via discussion, chat, and emails at least three times a week
• Evaluates and advises students
• Provides feedback on the course to course developers
• Participates in departmental and College affairs
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics; or Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Economics
• Must have basic computer software and Internet skills
• Must be a Florida resident
• Must obtain MDC Online Certification by successfully completing specific online training provided by the College upon hiring

Preferences

• Previous online teaching experience preferred

Additional Requirements

The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.

For best consideration upload your unofficial transcripts along with cover letter and resume. Please redact any personal information (e.g., date of birth and social security number).

If submitted application is over 6 months old, you will need to reapply.