Remote Visiting Instructor, Nutrition - Pennsylvania - Part Time Temp

Western Governors University; United States; Remote; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental healthcare

Retirement plan

Wellbeing program

Paid holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Western Governors University is seeking a Visiting Instructor to provide specialized online instruction for nutrition and dietetics courses. This remote role supports students in Pennsylvania and aligns with competency-based education.

The instructor monitors progress, uses technology to enhance learning, and collaborates with faculty to ensure quality. Afternoon/evening hours up to 10 hrs/week; some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Active and unencumbered RD/RDN license in Pennsylvania.
• Master’s degree in Nutrition or Public Health or Dietetics administration.
• Education from an accredited institution; verification required.
• Higher education instruction support experience (2+ years).
• Industry experience (2+ years).
• Evening and afternoon hours required up to 10 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction aligned with course curriculum.
• Monitor learner progress and offer support at key points.
• Maintain current knowledge in the content area.
• Foster student learning with innovative teaching practices.
• Use technology to aid competency development and communication.
• Collaborate with university professionals to support students.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Communication

Technology proficiency

Data-driven decisions

Cultural competence

Organization

Initiative

Adaptability

Education

RD/RDN license

Master’s in Nutrition or Public Health

Tools

Microsoft Office

Virtual platforms

Student management systems

Job description

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career. Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Grade: Faculty 505 Pay Range: $32.11 - $48.12

Job Description

This is a REMOTE position throughout Pennsylvania. The Visiting Instructor provides specialized instruction for courses focusing on concepts for students. Student learning is the primary responsibility of WGU faculty. Visiting Instructors are subject matter experts who teach and support students. Visiting Instructors offer specialized instruction on topics in their course(s) aligned with best practices, as well as monitor and support students. They are responsive to learner needs and vary the type, length, method, and intensity of instruction best matched to the learner’s strengths and goals. Using technology, Visiting Instructors may interact with students in both group and one-on-one settings. Instructors collaborate with other instructional and program faculty serving the students to ensure continuity and quality of support.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction on assigned topics aligned with course curriculum and best practices.
• Monitor the course progress of an assigned group of learners in their course(s) and proactively offer support at key points of the student journey.
• Provide expertise in assigned content area and maintains current knowledge in their field.
• Foster student learning through innovative, effective teaching practices.
• Use technology-based teaching and communication platforms to aid students in the development of competencies.
• Collaborate with other professionals within the university to promote a positive, student-obsessed atmosphere.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to customize instructional support for learners with a variety of needs and educational backgrounds.
• Must demonstrate technological competency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (or similar) applications, virtual instructional platforms, and student management systems.
• Extraordinary customer service orientation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present information clearly, concisely, and accurately; friendly, persuasive speaking and writing style.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds and situations.
• Well organized - conscientious and detail-oriented.
• Adapt to changing priorities within the workplace.
• Demonstrate initiative through independent completion of tasks.
• Ability to use data to make decisions.
• Strong understanding, acceptance, adherence, and promotion of the tenets of competency-based education in the WGU model.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must maintain an active and unencumbered Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) license to practice dietetics-nutrition in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics/Nutritional Science, or Public Health in Nutrition, or Dietetics Administration.
• Education must be from an accredited institution.
• Education is verified.
• Higher education experience providing instruction support for 2 years.
• Industry experience for a minimum of 2 years.
• This position requires afternoon and evening hours, up to 10 hours a week.
• This position requires occasional travel of up to 20%, including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year).
• Additional travel may include conferences, visits to company locations, and other business-related events as needed.
• Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate or terminal degree in content area.
• Education must be from an accredited institution.
• Education is verified.
• Experience with distance education and distance learning students.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Works primarily from home within the continental United States and is available to travel to meetings as required. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Position & Application Details Part-Time Intermittent Positions (classified as intermittent and less than 30 standard weekly hours)

This is a part-time, intermittent position (classified to work less than 30 SWH) that may be eligible for mental healthcare; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; and prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time.

Additional Information Disclaimer

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.

In 1997, a coalition of 19 U.S. governors founded Western Governors University with a singular vision: to make higher education more accessible by offering full degree programs online. Starting small, we quickly expanded. Today, we’re one of the largest accredited online universities in the U.S.