Student-Centered Adjunct Instructor

southu; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South University seeks an instructor to teach and facilitate learning of course outcomes across the curriculum, promoting a learning-centered environment that values ethics, diversity, and professional development. You will design instruction, use technology in the classroom, and assess student performance while supporting academic programs and faculty development.

The position requires a terminal degree and prior teaching experience in higher education, with strong interpersonal and

Qualifications

• Terminal degree is required.
• Post-secondary instruction experience preferred.
• Membership in a professional association tied to the area of instruction preferred.
• Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure or certification as applicable to the discipline.
• At least six months of teaching experience at South University or another post-secondary institution preferred.
• Academic processes knowledge of university guidelines, course descriptions, and academic terminology.
• Clerical knowledge of office administrative procedures, including accurate record-keeping.
• Computer ability to perform basic processes (MS Office, web browsing).
• Technical knowledge of online learning environments and LMS usage.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Research capability to locate key information.
• Interpersonal skills for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage the educational process to ensure every student is involved in a positive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment.
• Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job description in accordance with the Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.
• Provide course instruction that aligns with the South University model of curricula and supports the South University style of system delivery.
• Design and deliver instruction through instructional plans to meet course outcomes and develop activities that support lesson objectives; for online courses, deliver instruction as approved.
• Effectively utilize technology in the classroom to support the student learning experience.
• Enable achievement of predefined outcomes for student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction that fosters proficiency and establishes student performance criteria and evaluation.
• Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing an educational environment conducive to learning and student involvement and effectively planning for classes and student success.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students.
• Manage the educational environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing academic and attendance policies.
• Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by continuing professional/technical skills development and introducing industry perspectives into courses.
• Participate in the faculty development process to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centered instruction.
• Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s), faculty, and other South University administrators.
• Contribute to a learning culture by participating in curriculum and system task forces, campus events, orientation, graduation, and workshops.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Research skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Terminal degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning management systems

Online learning platforms

Job description

South University seeks an instructor to teach and facilitate learning of course outcomes across the curriculum, promoting a learning-centered environment that values ethics, diversity, and professional development. You will design instruction, use technology in the classroom, and assess student performance while supporting academic programs and faculty development.

The position requires a terminal degree and prior teaching experience in higher education, with strong interpersonal and