[Hiring] Online Adjunct Instructor - Principles of Economics @Rasmussen University

Role Description

This course offers a broad overview of economic theory, history, and development. Philosophies, policies, and terms of market economies will be explored. This course includes microeconomics and macroeconomic concepts.

Adjunct Faculty will report to an Academic Dean.

Responsibilities

• Communicate both verbally and in writing with students regarding feedback on student performance consistently throughout the course.
• Be available for students via phone, email, and for individual appointments as needed for questions and academic assistance.
• Respond to Dean/University staff regarding performance, student issues/concerns, or items needed for faculty file/accreditation in a timely manner.
• Exhibit appropriate behavior, language, professional communication, demeanor, and dress at all times.

Key Accountabilities

• Teaching Effectiveness: Professionalism, Use of Technology, and Content Expertise.
• Dynamic, Active Classroom:
  • Use effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques.
  • Create an environment conducive to learning.
  • Engage students through activities and community building.
  • Utilize live classroom tools for synchronous learning sessions.
  • Ensure clarity, relevance, and connection of class session objectives to course performance objectives.
  • Organize classroom and efficiently use class time.
• Subject Matter Expertise:
  • Demonstrate mastery and ability to articulate and relate to students.
  • Play an integral role in the development and implementation of curriculum and assessment.
• Student and University Support and Professionalism:
  • Create a classroom presence in support of students in collaboration with their Dean.
  • Provide student support and outreach through synchronous or asynchronous communication.
• Faculty Meetings and other responsibilities:
  • Attend events, programmatic meetings, and committee work as designated by the Dean.
• Professional Development:
  • Complete a minimum of six (6) Rasmussen Educational Units (REUs) annually or two (2) REUs per quarter for each quarter taught.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience preferred (Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of study).
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, leadership, and peers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Online adjuncts will need regular access to a computer with the following system requirements:
  • Windows XP or greater.
  • Microsoft Office 2010.
  • An internet connection.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Economics or Business Economics.
• Must provide professional licenses/certifications required for specialized schools (Health Sciences, Nursing) before teaching; license must be active and unencumbered.
• Must provide official transcripts for each degree earned from an accredited institution before teaching.

Location

This position is remote but not available to CO residents.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits program.
• Defined compensation structure is market competitive and built to reward performance.
• Online Part-Time (Adjunct) Instructor compensation is determined based on workload (Work Unit) associated with the specific course assignment.
• Part-time employees are eligible for 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Paid sick leave and a robust learning management system.
• Continuing education benefits for part-time employees, including tuition reduction on courses taken within the family of brands.