Hybrid Visiting Professor of English

DeVry University; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Roth Plan

Paid Tuition Program

Remote and Flex Work Options

Paid Sick Time

Technology Stipend

Job summary

DeVry University is seeking a Visiting Professor to teach onsite in the San Francisco Bay Area. Applicants must possess a Master’s Degree with 18 graduate credit hours in the relevant subject area. Responsibilities include developing course syllabi, facilitating student learning, and utilizing appropriate technology.

The position offers variable pay of $1500-$2700 per 8-week session, and in CA, the hourly rate ranges from $22.00 to $23.50. Faculty development and access to benefits such as a 401(k) plan and paid sick time are provided.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• 18 graduate credit hours in the subject area being taught are mandatory.
• Degrees must be awarded by an accredited institution recognized in the U.S. or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide students with approved syllabi according to DeVry standards.
• Organize, prepare, and regularly update course materials.
• Use appropriate technology to enhance learning and accessibility.

Skills

Outstanding communication skills

Subject matter expertise

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Responsible AI practices

Education

Master's degree

18 graduate credit hours in subject

Tools

Online discussion platforms

Course-related software

Job description

Position requires onsite teaching in the San Francisco Bay Area and a Master's Degree in a relevant field. 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.

Opportunity

• Courses meet once or twice a week for eight weeks.
• Face-to-face interaction is blended with technology (such as online discussions and online assignments) for an enhanced learning environment.
• Faculty are responsible for facilitating student learning by teaching courses and programs in accordance with DeVry University requirements.
• Faculty develop course syllabi and lesson plans and apply teaching techniques to best achieve course and programmatic objectives.
• All DeVry instructors will participate in a comprehensive faculty training program and ongoing faculty development activities to ensure the highest quality instruction.
• DeVry University does not guarantee any specific number of work hours or assignments, which may vary based on the University’s needs and discretion.
• As you explore this opportunity, we invite you to view this brief video highlighting how our faculty engage in meaningful student support.

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 updates 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 provides timely feedback to students.
• Embraces and integrates the responsible use of AI technologies in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize, evaluate, and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools in academic work.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree is required, along with 18 graduate credit hours in the subject being taught.
• Applicants must upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts with their application.
• Degrees must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, 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 have a commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.

Pay

• 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.

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

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.