Online Adjunct Faculty - Game Design I: Systems and Mechanics

Southern New Hampshire University; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-funded retirement

Free tuition program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southern New Hampshire University is seeking online adjunct faculty for the Undergraduate Game Art and Development program in Global Campus. You will guide students asynchronously, provide feedback, and connect learners with resources in a pre-developed online course.

Reporting to the faculty dean team, this remote role focuses on student engagement and inclusive online learning. The ideal candidate has a 2+ year background in game design or systems design, strong documentation and prototyping

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Game Programming, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Theory, English, Creative Writing, or related field.
• 2+ years experience in game design or systems design.
• Proficiency in Systems Design, Mechanics Balancing, Documentation, Iterative Prototyping, Core Loop Design, Player Psychology, and Tabletop/Analog Prototyping.
• 1+ years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize Student Engagement – Work with students by responding within set timeframes and reaching out proactively to students needing additional support.
• Recognize student needs holistically and connect them with resources.
• Encourage participation, collaboration, and strong faculty-student relationships to enhance learning and build skills.
• Share Expertise and Resources – Stay current in your field of expertise, share your experience, and recommend relevant supplementary materials to enhance student understanding of course content. Find accessible ways to explain complex topics.
• Offer Feedback & Assessment – Evaluate student work and provide individualized, constructive feedback within set timeframes to promote growth and mastery of course outcomes.
• Facilitate Discussions – Encourage student interaction through active participation in online discussions while fostering an inclusive, engaging, and respectful environment that promotes open dialogue and diverse perspectives.

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Learning Management System

Job description

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide. Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you. Make an impact — from near or far We currently have remote adjunct opportunities available in all US States, with the exception of California. The opportunity Southern New Hampshire University is looking for online adjunct faculty within our Undergraduate Game Art and Development program for Global Campus. You will engage students in an asynchronous and inclusive learning environment by providing guidance and resources in a pre-developed online course. You will support students by providing instruction, feedback, and experiential and application-based learning that helps our students achieve their learning and career goals. You will report to the faculty dean team. This is a remote position.

What you’ll do:

• Prioritize Student Engagement – Work with students by responding within set timeframes and reaching out proactively to students needing additional support.
• Recognize student needs holistically and connect them with resources.
• Encourage participation, collaboration, and strong faculty-student relationships to enhance learning and build skills.
• Share Expertise and Resources – Stay current in your field of expertise, share your experience, and recommend relevant supplementary materials to enhance student understanding of course content. Find accessible ways to explain complex topics.
• Offer Feedback & Assessment – Evaluate student work and provide individualized, constructive feedback within set timeframes to promote growth and mastery of course outcomes.
• Facilitate Discussions – Encourage student interaction through active participation in online discussions while fostering an inclusive, engaging, and respectful environment that promotes open dialogue and diverse perspectives.

Courses:

GDE-150 Game Design I: Systems and Mechanics

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelors degree in Game Programming, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Theory, English, Creative Writing, or related field
• 2+ years experience in game design or systems design
• Proficiency in Systems Design, Mechanics Balancing, Documentation, Iterative Prototyping, Core Loop Design, Player Psychology, and Tabletop/Analog Prototyping
• 1+ years of teaching experience preferred

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated.

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to fully engage in any part of the application or hiring process, please complete the Accommodation Request form or contact us at 603-626-9447. A member from the Employee Accommodation Support Center will be in contact with you within two business days to discuss your request.

Compensation

The standard compensation for courses is $2,200 per 8-week undergraduate course and $2,500 per 10-week graduate course. Actual pay is determined at the time of course assignment based on discipline.

Benefits

Exceptional benefits (because you’re exceptional) You’re the whole package. Your benefits should be, too.

• Employer-funded retirement
• Free tuition program
• Professional development opportunities