ION Instructor (per course)

University of Illinois; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 5,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Springfield's ION program seeks qualified professionals to teach on a per-course basis in a hybrid format.

Instructors develop and deliver 4- or 8-week asynchronous courses, using Moodle to engage learners and provide feedback. Open to content experts with collegiate teaching experience and a focus on practical applications.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in hybrid or online collegiate courses (required).
• Experience with educational technology and LMS usage.
• Subject matter expert in the area applied.
• Minimum 3 years teaching and 2 years administering online programs in higher education.
• Ability to deliver student-centered content engaging diverse learners.
• Knowledge of career development, experiential learning and service-learning practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach ION courses by defining learning objectives and assessing needs.
• Organize content into structured modules with cases and projects.
• Use Moodle LMS to engage participants via discussions and assignments.
• Improve course content via participation data, feedback, and best practices.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student engagement

Educational technology

Curriculum design

LMS experience

Education

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Moodle

Job description

Job description

Remote: Hybrid
ION Instructor (per course)Posting Category:The Universityof Illinois Springfield ION professional eLearning program (ION) routinelyseeks competent, qualified professionals to teach on a per-course basis basedon course offerings and need.ION often seekscontent experts to develop and deliver specialized training programs tobusinesses and community partners. ION offers non-credit courses, workshopsand professional training programs. ION programs feature 4- or8-week asynchronous instructor-led courses. Read more about the ION eLeanring Program at www.uis.edu/ion

Responsibilities

• Teach ION professional eLearning courses by defining clear learningobjectives and understanding your audience’s needs.
• Organize content intostructured modules, with practical applications like case studies and projects.
• Use an LMS (Moodle) to engage participants through discussion forums, andregular assignments with feedback.
• Ensure accessibility and continuouslyimproving the course by analyzing participation data and feedback, updatingcontent regularly, and staying informed on best practices in online teachingand the subject taught.

Minimum Qualifications

• Required:Previous experience teaching in a hybrid and/or fully online classroom at the collegiate level is required for ALL ION classes.
• Experience leveraging educational technology tools and learning management systems is required for all ION Technology courses.
• All CAPE faculty must be subject matter experts in the field for which they will be hired.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching (minimum of 3 years) and/or administering (minimum of 2 years) in online programs in a higher education setting.
• Must be a subject matter expert in the area for which you are applying.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver content that is student-centered and actively engages students with diverse interests and needs.
• Knowledge of career, professional development, experiential learning, workplace trends, and/or service-learning best practices.

Preferred

• Preferred: Master’s degree
• Additional certifications/credentials held in the area for which you are applying.

Application deadline: Open

About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves approximately 4,000 students in 60 undergraduate programs of study, 41 minors, 44 graduate programs of study, 1 doctorate, 43 graduate certificates, coursework that leads to 8 ISBE endorsements. The academic curriculum offers students a strong liberal arts core, a wide range of professional programs, and close faculty interaction. Making the most of its location in the state capital, UIS is broadly engaged in public policy and service. Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Twenty-five percent of majors are in 17 undergraduate and graduate online degree programs and the campus has received several national awards for its implementation of online learning. UIS faculty are committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society. The University emphasizes excellence in teaching, and faculty are also expected to provide a balance of scholarship and service activities to meet requirements for tenure and promotion. You are encouraged to visit the University web page at www.uis.edu.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

About Springfield, Illinois: https://www.uis.edu/academic-affairs/about-our-springfield-communityAdjunct employment FAQ: https://go.uis.edu/adjunct-faqThe

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations.

Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination StatementThe University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment.

Convictions are not a bar to employment.

Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment.

For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior EmploymentAs a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibilityArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.

You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earning will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:Social Security benefit andSocial Security benefit as a spouse