Integrated Physical Science Instructor-General Education

TopSciNet; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Telehealth

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Western Governors University seeks full-time faculty to develop and deliver competency-based, online instruction in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science. You will coach students one‑to‑one, facilitate virtual classes, and foster online communities.

Requirements include a Master’s in a relevant field, subject expertise, and the ability to work flexible hours (evenings/weekends). Doctoral degrees and 5+ years of teaching are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science
• Demonstrated subject‑matter expertise
• Ability to work flexible schedules (evenings & at least one weekend day)
• Willingness to travel for organizational events
• Ph.D. or EdD preferred
• 5+ years teaching experience in relevant subjects
• 3–5 years K-12 teaching experience within last 5 years
• Experience with online/distance education

Responsibilities

• Develop instructional materials aligned with course competencies and learning objectives
• Facilitate virtual, one-to-many instructional events and one-to-one coaching
• Support peer collaboration and engagement in online student communities
• Apply data and student profiles to identify needs and provide proactive support
• Use adult learning principles to build student competency in a virtual environment
• Engage in continuous professional development

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Adapting materials

Virtual facilitation

Student coaching

Education

Master’s degree in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science

Doctorate (Ph.D. or EdD) preferred

Tools

Online/distance education

Job description

Integrated Physical Science Instructor-General Education

Western Governors University Online/Remote — USA

Western Governors University Online/Remote USA Posted Nov 20, 2025 Due Nov 18, 2026

Geography

Job Description

Position: Full-Time Faculty – Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $71,300 – $107,000 per year
Location: Remote/Home Office
Posted: 11/19/2025
Job Number: JR-023562
Category: Chemistry; Military

Position Overview

WGU seeks full-time, student-focused faculty to develop and deliver competency-based, online instruction in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science. Faculty support student success through one-to-one coaching, virtual instruction, and facilitation of student communities.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop instructional materials aligned with course competencies and learning objectives

Facilitate virtual, one-to-many instructional events and one-to-one coaching

Support peer collaboration and engagement in online student communities

Apply data and student profiles to identify needs and provide proactive support

Use adult learning principles to build student competency in a virtual environment

Engage in continuous professional development

Qualifications

Minimum:

Master’s degree in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science

Demonstrated subject‑matter expertise

Ability to work flexible student‑centered schedules (evenings and at least one weekend day)

Willingness to attend and travel for organizational events

Preferred:

Doctorate (Ph.D. or EdD) in relevant field

5+ years teaching experience in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science

3–5 years K-12 teaching experience within the last 5 years

Experience with online/distance education

Skills & Competencies (KSAs)

Strong communication and relationship‑building skills

Ability to adapt instructional materials to diverse student needs

Proficiency in designing presentations, assessments, and learning experiences

Skilled at facilitating virtual synchronous and asynchronous learning

Experience with student coaching, encouragement, and competency‑building

Bonuses, medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Life, disability, accident, and critical illness coverage

Retirement savings plan

Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, parental leave up to 12 weeks

WGU is committed to diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.