Online - Communications Adjunct Faculty

ECPI University; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading online education institution is seeking adjunct instructors to teach Communications courses. This role requires a Master's degree in Communications and significant industry experience. Instructors will provide engaging instruction using the Canvas LMS and must be available evenings and weekends. Comprehensive employment benefits are offered after thirty days of employment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health Advocate

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discounts

IPad/Computer Purchase Program

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years industry experience required; 5-7 years preferred.
• Industry experience must be within the last 5 years.
• Appropriate technical certification or licensure (if required).

Responsibilities

• Teach Communications courses using Canvas LMS.
• Provide practical hands-on instruction to students.
• Be available evenings and weekends to support students.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in using technology to deliver online curriculum

Ability to quickly build connections with students

Ability to work in a 5-week accelerated course environment

High levels of integrity

Education

Master’s degree in Communications or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Zoom

Job description

Overview

We are looking for adjunct instructors to teach Communications courses at our Online campus. No prior teaching experience is needed; we provide training, mentoring, and ongoing faculty support. As a faculty member, you'll provide practical hands-on instruction through the Canvas LMS in an engaging learning environment, incorporating innovative teaching methodologies in order to enhance the learning experience of our students and achieve learning outcomes. Candidates must be available evenings and weekends to support students.

Since 1966, ECPI University’s employees have been dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and career goals through our unique education model. If you are looking for an opportunity to share your industry experience, provide practical hands-on instruction, and make a real difference in our students’ lives, ECPI University may be for you. Our terms are five weeks long and offer faculty the perfect environment in which to share their specific industry experiences to help students achieve learning outcomes. Candidates must be available evenings and weekends to support our busy adult learners.

Education/Certifications:

Required:

• Master’s degree in Communications or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in the discipline from a regionally accredited educational institution. Experience:
• 3-5 years industry experience required; 5-7 years career industry experience preferred
• Industry experience must be within the last 5 years.
• Appropriate technical certification or licensure (if required)

Required Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using technology to deliver online curriculum (Windows, Zoom)
• Ability to quickly build connections with students using strong interpersonal skills (including approachability and empathy).
• Ability to work in a 5-week accelerated course environment
• The highest levels of integrity at all times.

Online Faculty Technical Requirements:

• Reliable high-speed internet required
• Responsible for supplying your own windows-based computer and webcam.
• Your computer system must pass the ECPI University minimum requirements test.
• Required to teach one live session each week via Zoom and hold one live office hour per week via Zoom

Benefits of Employment

ECPI University provides comprehensive benefits on the first of the month after thirty (30) days of employment, some of which are highlighted below:

• Competitive compensation
• Health Advocate
• Some industry certifications
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (i.e. Tickets at Work, Verizon Wireless, MetLife Pet Insurance)
• IPad/Computer Purchase Program
• Employee Referral Program

ECPI University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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