OLLI Instructor – Lifelong Learning Program

SVSU Saginaw Valley State University; United States; Hybrid; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Part time

Job summary

SVSU Saginaw Valley State University is seeking a part-time OLLI Instructor for its Lifelong Learning Program. Instructors will teach non-credit courses covering a variety of topics to adult learners, facilitating both in-person and online classes.

Key responsibilities include developing course content and fostering an inclusive learning environment. The position offers a compensation rate of $40 per hour for class instruction time, with a supportive community and flexible working conditions.

Qualifications

• Expertise or strong knowledge in a specific subject area.
• Ability to connect with adult learners in a respectful and engaging manner.
• Dependable, organized, and enthusiastic about sharing knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with a diverse campus community.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and organized in‑person or online classes to adult learners.
• Create a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Develop course content, materials, and presentations tailored to lifelong learners.
• Provide class outlines or brief descriptions in advance for promotional materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Expertise in specific subject area

Ability to connect with adult learners

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Dependable and organized

Experience with diverse communities

Job description

Job Title

OLLI Instructor – Lifelong Learning Program (Part time, 5 hrs/week)

Job Summary

We are seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructors to teach non‑credit courses for the OLLI program. Courses typically run 1 to 6 sessions, covering a wide range of topics including history, science, technology, art, current events, travel, wellness, hobbies, and more.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and organized in‑person or online classes to adult learners.
• Create a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Develop course content, materials, and presentations tailored to lifelong learners.
• Provide class outlines or brief descriptions in advance for promotional materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision

General supervision is received from the OLLI Manager. Functional supervision is exercised over class members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Expertise or strong knowledge in a specific subject area.
• Ability to connect with adult learners in a respectful and engaging manner.
• Dependable, organized, and enthusiastic about sharing knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with a diverse campus community.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

Compensation

Instructors are compensated at a rate of $40 per hour for class instruction time only. Preparation time is not included in the compensation.

Working Conditions

Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions. Teaching may occur in‑person, online, or at an approved off‑site location.