[Hiring] Part-Time Faculty @Capella University

Role Description

Capella University offers two learning formats, FlexPath and GuidedPath, to provide a flexible and affordable way for working professionals to earn a degree designed to fit into their life.

Our FlexPath learning format offers asynchronous 12-week courses with self-paced target dates to put learners in control of completing the course within 12 weeks of enrollment. Rolling enrollment allows learners to finish a course early and advance to the next course mid-quarter without having to wait. Faculty help learners progress by providing competency-based evaluations within 48 hours of assessment submissions, excluding weekends and holidays.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assignments are on an ongoing rolling enrollment basis according to expertise and school needs.
• Utilize your professional expertise to provide high quality instruction from a pre-designed curriculum.
• Be available within 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) by phone, email, and in the courseroom to ensure learners receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success.
• Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the learning experience.
• Establish high standards and ensure learners understand how they will be evaluated.
• Adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Attend faculty meetings and workshops and/or training as required.
• Participate in other activities based on university needs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the University.
• Proficiency in oral presentation skills, planning and organizing of course objectives.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to manage potentially stressful situations in a professional and ethical manner.

Requirements

• Three years of teaching experience preferred.
• Professional experience in the discipline with a minimum of two years required for undergraduate level and three years required for graduate level.
• Research, scholarship, or achievement in the discipline required for graduate-level; in addition at the doctoral level, experience with how to conduct and oversee research in the discipline required.
• All degrees must be conferred and from a regionally accredited institution. Copies of required certificates and licenses and unofficial transcripts for all graduate degrees with the institution and conferred degree and date must be attached.
• Master's degree or higher in Art or related field, such as Art History, Graphic Design, etc. or 18 graduate hours in related field.

Other

• The Division of Arts and Sciences at Capella University believes a diverse learning community is vital to achieving our mission of extending access to higher education.
• Must be able to travel occasionally within the US should a business need arise (including doctoral residencies, site visits, etc.).
• Ability to work onsite in a Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role.
• Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in a setting that enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem-solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to the schedule may be considered.
• Able to access information using a computer.
• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

• $3,200 is the expected starting pay per assignment for this position this quarter.
• SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week.
• In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts.
• Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.