[Hiring] Online Instructor @Vermont State Colleges System

Role Description

Vermont State University Online seeks an adjunct instructor to teach a 3-credit Criminal Justice course during the Spring 2027 semester between 3/15/2027-5/2/2027. The course will be taught 100% online using Canvas.

VTSU Online uses Canvas and provides a generic course template for all courses. The instructor is responsible for:

• Adding outcomes, academic materials, discussions, and assignments that support the course description.
• Adhering to the VTSU Online Standards that address instructor presence, student engagement, instructor expectations, and assessment of student work.

Course # & Name: CRJ-3050-SO01: Law and Society

Credits: 3

Course description: An examination of the nature and function of civil and criminal law in modern society. Current legal issues and their relationship to social institutions are highlighted.

Prerequisite(s): CRJ-1010 or permission of instructor.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years of experience teaching fully online, asynchronous courses.
• Demonstrated familiarity with adult learning theory.
• Experience with Canvas is preferred.

Requirements

• Designing the course with the support of an instructional designer and the structured VTSU Online Canvas Template.
• Adding weekly content including outcomes, readings, videos, discussions, and assessments in alignment with the course description.
• Following VTSU Online Standards of course design, readiness, instructor presence, engagement, assessment, and accessibility.
• The full course must be ready and published at least one week prior to the start of the semester.
• Submit a cover letter, resume, a letter of reference, academic transcript, and statement of commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits

• Compensation is dependent upon online teaching experience (within and outside of the Vermont State Colleges System); the starting range is between $1000-1250 per credit.
• The University values diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds.
• VTSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any individual based on various protected statuses.
• In compliance with ADA requirements, reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

Company Description

Vermont State University fosters the intellectual, creative, and personal growth of every student in a community committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide innovative professional and liberal arts educational experiences that prepare students to be critical thinkers and engaged global citizens.