Remote Adjunct - Ethnobotany & Indigenous Horticulture

Unity Environmental University; New Gloucester (ME); Remote; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan with up to 8% match

Job summary

Unity Environmental University Distance Education is seeking enthusiastic individuals to teach online baccalaureate degree courses. Adjuncts deliver asynchronous, 5-week courses to ~20 students per course and must provide timely feedback and active engagement in discussions.

Positions are 100% online with residency within the United States for tax compliance. A terminal degree or master's with experience is required, and Canvas or similar LMS proficiency is preferred.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will possess a terminal degree (e.g., PhD) in horticulture, sustainable agriculture, ethnobotany, indigenous studies, or a related discipline, or a master’s degree with ample professional experience in the field.
• Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately using e-mail and digital conferencing tools
• Personal commitment to the environmental focus and mission of the college

Responsibilities

• This position facilitates engagement in 5-week undergraduate-level courses in Sustainable Horticulture Practices in Indigenous Communities or related courses.
• Courses are taught asynchronously with an average of 20 students per course.
• Instructors must meet expectations for timely feedback, engagement in Discussion Board tasks, and responsiveness to students.

Skills

Digital literacy

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Terminal degree (PhD) in horticulture or related field

Master’s degree with ample professional experience

Tools

Canvas

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Unity Environmental University Distance Education is seeking enthusiastic individuals to teach online baccalaureate degree courses. Adjuncts deliver asynchronous, 5-week courses to ~20 students per course and must provide timely feedback and active engagement in discussions.

Positions are 100% online with residency within the United States for tax compliance. A terminal degree or master's with experience is required, and Canvas or similar LMS proficiency is preferred.