Lecturer and Program Coordinator, Information Technology Certificate Program - Remote (Faculty Wage)

Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); Remote; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia seeks an adjunct Lecturer and Program Coordinator for its online Information Technology Certificate program. Responsibilities include teaching courses, updating curricula, and ensuring high-quality instruction for adult learners. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and significant IT experience, with a preference for candidates with advanced degrees and online teaching history.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in an IT-related field required.
• Experience working with adult learners in online instruction.
• Familiarity with technology in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach in an adjunct Lecturer position for the IT Certificate Program.
• Update curriculum and instructional design in collaboration with other faculty.
• Conduct online courses with optional live, synchronous sessions.

Skills

Communication

Curriculum Development

Online Teaching

Instructional Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Master's or terminal degree preferred

Job description

We are seeking an individual experienced with and energized by facilitating an updated vision and curriculum for the online undergraduate Information Technology Certificate program. In addition, the successful candidate will periodically teach in the program.

The position opening thus includes two elements:

• Teaching in a tenure-ineligible part-time, limited term, adjunct Lecturer position for the online undergraduate Information Technology Certificate Program.

• Filling a "Program Coordinator" role, which is also structured as a semester-by-semester faculty wage (adjunct) contract, but emphasizes work related to updating curriculum, instructional design, and syllabi - in partnership with the existing instructor team and the SCPS certificate team.

As fully described here , the IT Certificate is an 18-credit (6 course) program offered by the University of Virginia's School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS). Notably, the undergraduate certificate courses also support a concentration within the SCPS Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Degree. BIS and IT Certificate students participate side-by-side in the courses. These are continuing education programs that predominantly serve working adult learners.

The online Certificate in Information Technology provides individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to assume entry-level positions in the field of information technology. Coursework covers the strategic value of IT to businesses and exposes students to the web application development process (topics include IT architecture, systems analysis and design, web design, database systems, and web application development). Upon completion of the Certificate in Information Technology, students are prepared for positions in web design and application development, systems analysis, programming, and business analysis.

The opening exists for the Spring 2025 term, beginning in January. The program coordination duties and teaching opportunities are typically available in fall, spring, and summer academic semesters.

Courses are typically 15 weeks in length and are offered in an online asynchronous format. Instructors do hold optional live, synchronous sessions. Class size averages range from approximately 10-20 students.

Qualifications

SCPS employs academic faculty who have applicable content expertise at the appropriate level and who provide evidence of recent and/or current professional experience which applies to students’ achieving the goals and learning outcomes of the program.

Bachelor's degree required and a minimum of five years in an IT-related field. Master's or terminal degree in a related field preferred.

Also required is previous relevant online teaching and instructional design experience (this includes familiarity with the use of technology in teaching, experience working with adult learners, in online instruction, ). Strong written and oral communication skills are highly desirable.

To Apply

To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach:

• A cover letter that includes 1) concrete examples of previous history in curriculum updates and/or instructional design, and 2) a history of previous online teaching experience.
• CV or resume
• A sample syllabus for a course you’ve taught
• Unofficial transcripts.
• Course Evaluations: Please provide evaluations or reviews for a course you have taught. Note that the feedback does not need to be for the same course for which you submit a syllabus (optional).

Search on R0065276 . The completion and submission of all requested documents is required for consideration.

We anticipate interviews will be held in October.

Position Location: Remote. Applicants from outside the state of Virginia, are encouraged to apply.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to: Kai Degner, Senior Director, Certificates [e-mail] .

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson, HR Specialist at [e-mail].

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will require an Education Verification.

This is an at-will faculty wage position which does not carry benefits. Faculty wage appointments are subject to change and carry no expectation of renewal from year to year.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.