Visiting Professor - Networking (Advantage Academy)

DeVry Educational Development Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

DeVry University is seeking a Visiting Professor in Networking for their Advantage Academy program in Chicago. This part-time position involves delivering courses to dual degree students, providing educational and technological resources, and ensuring effective student engagement through dynamic teaching methods. Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree and have relevant professional experience, along with teaching credentials.

Benefits

401(k) and Roth Plan

Paid Tuition Program

Remote and Flex Work Options

Paid Sick Time

Technology Stipend

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in networking or related field.
• Two to five years teaching experience at post-secondary level.
• Domain related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Course delivery twice a week for eight weeks.
• Organize and prepare all course materials.
• Provide timely feedback to students.

Skills

Effective communication

Teaching skills

Education

Master’s Degree in networking

Tools

Course-related software

Job description

Visiting Professor - Networking (Advantage Academy)

Chicago, IL, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:00 AM

DeVry University strives to close our society’s opportunity gap and address emerging talent needs by preparing learners to thrive in careers shaped by continuous technological change. Through innovative programs, relevant partnerships, and exceptional care, we empower students to meaningfully improve their lives, communities, and workplaces.

Our colleague experience is an area of obsessive focus. At DeVry University, we care about you. Because, only through you can we deliver our unique Care Formula to our learners and partners.

DeVry University focuses on developing long-term relationships with superior instructors who have high professional standards, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm, and a commitment to providing the finest practitioner-focused education. We are seeking primarily industry professionals to teach and share their knowledge and experience with undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of fields.

DeVry University’s College of Engineering & Information Sciences offers certificate and degree programs focused on innovation and practical application to help students begin their careers or prepare for professional positions with greater responsibility and reward.

This position is a part-time faculty role in the networking domain supporting students enrolled in the dual degree program at the DeVry University Advantage Academy. This innovative two-year program is designed for students entering their junior year where they graduate with both a Chicago Public Schools (CPS) high school diploma and an associate degree from DeVry University.

Responsibilities

• Course delivery twice a week for eight weeks to dual degree students on-site at Chicago campus during the daytime.
• Provide students with an approved DeVry University syllabus that follows a template which includes the terminal course objectives.
• Organize, prepare, and regularly revise and update all course materials.
• Use appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.
• Model effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
• Set clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examinations dates, and weight the distribution of various evaluation categories.
• Ensure that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.
• Demonstrate consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of exams, and provide timely feedback to students.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• DeVry University does not guarantee any specific number of work hours or assignments, which may vary based on the University’s needs and discretion.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Master’s Degree in networking or related domain/field (with 18 graduate hours in the subject being taught for undergraduate teaching)
• Three to five years of practiced experience in the field of networking or related domain/field
• Two to five years previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level
• Domain related certifications

*Please upload a copy of your unofficial transcripts graduate level and above

Pay:

Visiting Professor pay is based on degree, credit hours taught per 8-week session, and location. In addition, DeVry University does not guarantee any specific number of work hours or assignments, which may vary based on the University’s needs and discretion.

• Pay may vary in most states from $1500-$2700 per 8-week session
• Pay in the states of AZ, CA, IN and PA is paid at an hourly rate of either $22.00/hour or $23.50/hour

* We accept applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

DeVry University offers benefit options for full-time colleagues, including:

• 401(k) and Roth Plan w/match
• Paid Tuition Program
• Remote and Flex Work Options
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Fertility Coverage
• Family and Domestic Partner Coverage
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Care Programs
• Tax Savings Account (FSA and HSA)
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life, Accident, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
• Auto/Homeowners, Pet and Legal Insurance
• Exclusive Discount Programs
• Family Care Services
• 2nd.MD, a virtual expert medical consultation service
• Health Advocacy Service

DeVry University offers benefit options for Visiting Professors, including:

• 401(k) and Roth Plan
• Paid Tuition Program
• Remote and Flex Work Options
• Paid Sick Time
• Technology Stipend

Benefits vary based on employment status. Part-time/Visiting Professors positions may not be eligible for all benefits.

We believe that a vibrant and collaborative workplace is essential to our educational mission and the success of our community. We are committed to a workplace environment where all colleagues feel valued, respected, and supported.