Part Time Online Facilitator - Computer Science

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University seeks part-time online Facilitators to support undergraduate instruction in Computer Science & Information Technology. Begin in August 2026 with semester-to-semester renewal options.

Course load up to 9 credits per semester, with opportunities at main campus and regional campuses based on need. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in CIS, MIS, Informatics, or related field (or BA plus 18 grad hours) from an accredited institution, and strong communication in working

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CIS, MIS, Informatics, or closely related field, or Bachelor's degree plus 18 graduate credit hours in CIS, MIS, Informatics, or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist undergraduate students with course activities in online INF 104 and other online courses.
• Provide guidance and support to students and facilitate engagement and communication.
• Coordinate with the course Instructor to support student learning and manage course activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CIS, MIS, Informatics, or closely related field

Bachelor's degree plus 18 graduate credit hours in CIS, MIS, Informatics, or closely related field

Job description

Part Time Online Facilitator - Computer Science &Information Technology
Eastern Kentucky University

Position Type: Part-Time Faculty

Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Computer Science & Information Technology at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for part-time online Facilitator positions, beginning August 2026, with options to renew on a semester-to-semester basis.

Part-time facilitators support Faculty Instructors of Record with undergraduate instruction in online courses, including, but not limited to, INF 104. Responsibilities may include assisting students with course activities, providing guidance and support, facilitating student engagement and communication, and working with the course Instructor to support student learning. Course load of up to 9 credit hours per semester, with opportunities at main campus and regional campuses, depending on need.

The successful candidate must hold at least an earned Bachelor's degree in CIS, MIS, Informatics, or a closely related field; or a Bachelor's degree plus at least 18 graduate credit hours in CIS, MIS, Informatics, or a closely related field; by the time of appointment. Degrees must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills in working with undergraduate students, faculty, and the university community.

Review of applications will take place on a rolling basis, given instructional needs and current faculty staffing.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: The successful candidate must hold at least an earned Bachelor's degree in CIS, MIS, Informatics, or a closely related field; or a Bachelor's degree plus at least 18 graduate credit hours in CIS, MIS, Informatics, or a closely related field; by the time of appointment. Degrees must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.