Associate Faculty - Nurse Practitioner Adult and Geriatrics - Part-Time Faculty (Virtual)

University of Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Phoenix seeks an Associate Faculty to instruct undergraduate and graduate courses in a fully remote environment. The role involves delivering course content, supporting student success, and maintaining engagement. Ideal candidates will have nursing degrees and experience with adult education.

Benefits

401(k) plan participation

Tuition assistance for employees and dependents

Qualifications

• Experience with adult and geriatric populations required.
• At least 2 years of current clinical experience managing patients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content and assessments using current materials.
• Maintain engaged classroom presence and support student development.
• Adapt to technology changes for online instruction.

Skills

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Communication

Education

Relevant Nursing Degrees

Active RN License

APRN Certification

National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner

Tools

Microsoft Office

Online Teaching Technologies

Job description

At the University of Phoenix, we are committed to the future of work by providing a fully remote, work-from-home environment. This strategy enables us to attract top talent nationwide. Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the opportunity to make a significant impact while collaborating with a team of fun, innovative individuals? Would you prefer to work with an organization that positively contributes to the world? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Are you searching for a rewarding, fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the ability to make a big impact while working side-by-side with a team of fun, innovative people? Ideally, would you like this position to be with an organization that makes a positive contribution to the world? If so…we would love to hear from you!

About Us

University of Phoenix is a leading higher education institution founded in 1976 by Dr. John Sperling. Our mission is to improve the lives of our students, their families and future generations through higher education. Our values are: Brave. Honest. Focused.

Our University values and embraces all team members and their unique perspectives. We believe in fostering an environment which respects, celebrates, and encourages a diverse workforce. We are committed to hiring and learning from those who share our passion to help others achieve their educational aspirations.

We offer excellent benefits, an effective recognition program, and outstanding learning and development tools, including tuition vouchers for employees and their qualified family members.

About the Position

An Associate Faculty primarily instructs undergraduate and/or graduate courses in specific disciplines, engaging with students to drive academic rigor and success. Responsibilities include delivering course content, providing a supportive learning environment, addressing student issues, and participating in faculty meetings and university events.

• Deliver course content and assessments using current materials, sharing supplemental knowledge to connect concepts with real-world applications.
• Maintain an engaged classroom presence, respond promptly to inquiries, and support student development.
• Perform duties such as coaching, tutoring, overseeing clinical/practicum experiences, and attending faculty meetings.
• Stay current with university policies, standards, and content updates.
• Maintain professional knowledge through employment, certifications, conferences, publications, and networks.
• Adapt to technology changes to facilitate online instruction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: Responsibilities may vary, and specific goals will be outlined in performance objectives.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have experience with adult and geriatric populations, and hold relevant nursing degrees and certifications, including active RN license, APRN certification, and national certification as a Nurse Practitioner. Must have at least 2 years of current experience within the last 5 years in a clinical setting managing adult and geriatric patients.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with adult education teaching and learning theory.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online teaching technologies.
• Professional image and community representation skills.

University of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. For active-duty military members, compliance with Department of Defense regulations is required prior to employment.

Pay Range

Per course basis, between $1,035 and $3,686; in CA, the hourly rate is $31.25.

We offer benefits including participation in our 401(k) plan and tuition assistance for employees and dependents.