We are passionate about education and student success. We’re hiring to help bring that belief to life through thoughtful execution, partnership, and a strong commitment to the people we serve. Job Title: Adjunct Instructor - Digital Marketing
Work from Home (WFH): Remote work must be performed while residing in California, New Mexico, Florida or Massachusetts
Associate Dean of Education, Business Programs
Employment Type : Variable-Hour (Part-Time)
CIAT prepares students for professional success by offering practical training in today’s most competitive technology fields to make sure students are job-ready. With a large selection of courses, flexible schedules, and an online campus, we aim to empower the working student. Teaching:
- Available to teach synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams on Monday and Tuesday every week
- Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize virtual student learning and engagement
- Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students
- Possess a thorough and accurate knowledge of digital marketing or related areas such as paid media, SEO, social media, content marketing, marketing analytics, CRM/automation, e-commerce, AI-enabled marketing, or digital strategy
- Collaborate with colleagues, attend meetings and academic initiatives for overall program improvement
- Keep updated with advancements and best practices in adult education and instructional design, participating in relevant workshops, conferences, and training sessions to enhance teaching skills and incorporate innovative methods into virtual course delivery
- Design, update, and align course materials with college standards for adult learners
- Develop hands‑on labs, assessments, and other course materials, while evaluating their effectiveness
- Select the instructional materials that align with course objectives
- Review course material for accuracy and relevance, providing recommendations for improvements
- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards for instructional quality and education
Adhering to College Policies and Procedures:
- Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instructional and the quality of education, scheduled class hours requirements and CIAT policies and procedures
- Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in the implementation of new
projects, ideas, etc.
- Adhere to the CIAT business casual attire. Please refer to the CIAT Employee Handbook for the complete policy.
Bachelor's degree (required)
- Preferred degree in Digital Marketing, Business with a focus in communication, advertisement, or Marketing with a specialization in Digital Marketing
- Official transcripts of the bachelor's degree must be provided
- Minimum of three years of professional experience in the digital marketing field
- Prior experience in curriculum development and instructional design for college-level courses is preferred
- Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in the specialized subject area of digital marketing, social media marketing, content marketing, content strategist, or copywriter
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
- Knowledge of current trends, best practices, and didactic approaches in higher education
- Compliance with all college policies, procedures, and regulations, including those related to academic integrity, student conduct, and instructional delivery
- Adhere to CIAT’s compliance requirements to ensure all Federal, State, accreditation, and institutional policies and procedures are being met
- Follow communication guidelines to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and professionalism
- Values such as integrity, excellence, customer service, teamwork and mutual respect are some of those that remain constant, regardless of changes in our company. We are passionate about education and student success
- We believe in and encourage innovation at our school to better help our students succeed
- We have a customer centric focus and we want people highly committed to achieving goals, where our success equals student’s success
- We commit to an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
- We foster lifelong learning and professional development
Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday, but weekend and evening hours are required. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.
- Ability to type, use a computer to search for information and input information while speaking on the phone is required
- The employee will frequently be required to use the computer, mouse and telephone to conduct the regular tasks of this role
- While performing the responsibilities of this remote position, the job holder will work in a home office environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- This role routinely involves using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and virtual communication tools.
Employees must maintain data security and confidentiality in accordance with company policies and use secure connections for all work-related activities. The company is not responsible for maintaining home office environments beyond the provision of reasonable accommodation and necessary work-related equipment. Workers' compensation and liability for injuries that occur in the home office will be covered as per company policy and applicable laws.
This remote work policy is designed to comply with all relevant local, state, and federal laws.
California Institute of Applied Technology provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, California Institute of Applied Technology complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
California Institute of Applied Technology expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of California Institute of Applied Technology’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
If this role speaks to you and you believe you could thrive here, we welcome your application.