Digital Content Creation Adjunct Instructor

SAE Institute • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SAE Institute in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking adjunct instructors for its Digital Content Creation program. The number of positions varies by semester according to departmental needs, and contracts are renewed each semester as needed. Qualified candidates may be eligible to teach multiple courses in areas such as content creation, digital editing and copywriting, social media strategy, digital marketing and storytelling, branding, client communication, and project management for digital media.

Instructors use the Student-Centered Active Education model to teach, motivate, guide, and support students. They are expected to contribute to continuous improvement and lifelong learning through faculty and professional development. The position is part-time, onsite, and campus-based.

Requirements

• For general education courses: a master's degree and at least 18 semester credits or 24 quarter credits in the subject area of the assigned course.
• For program courses toward a Diploma or Associate’s Degree: at least a bachelor’s degree; if it is not in the teaching field, a credential in that field at or above the level of the program being taught is also required.
• For program courses toward a Bachelor’s degree: at least a master’s degree; if it is not in the teaching field, a credential in that field at or above the level of the program being taught is also required.
• At least 4 years of industry experience after completion of the qualifying degree.
• In rare cases, an adjunct faculty member without the specified degree may receive a temporary exception from the Chief Academic and Compliance Officer based on extensive and significant work experience, with regular demonstrated progress toward completing the degree during the exception period.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the Canvas learning management system.
• Familiarity with learner-centered, active learning, and problem-based and project-based learning and teaching methodologies.
• Advanced skills in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in accordance with SAE policies and procedures.
• Deliver instruction in alignment with the Student-Centered Active Education model.
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and student engagement.
• Participate in academic advising, curriculum development, and campus events such as workshops, new student orientation, and graduation as requested.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, submit grades and other reports on time, and enforce SAE policies and procedures.
• Plan and prepare classes and activities that support lesson and course learning outcomes and student success.
• Contact, advise, and support absent and high-risk students, and document contact activities.
• Complete annual faculty development activities to improve instructional delivery, professional knowledge and skills, and support for diverse learners.
• Maintain instructor eligibility under applicable federal, state, and accreditation regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• For full-time instructors: supervise scheduled makeup sessions, provide tutoring and academic advising, advise student clubs, support faculty development activities, and substitute for classes in emergency situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time