Faculty/Instructor for Engineering and Sustainability Program

Colorado State University•Fort Collins, CO

4d•$30

About The Position

The Faculty/Instructor position oversees the academic components/program design and student recruitment for the program. Individuals in this role finalize the course syllabus, manage the Canvas shell, and handle grading. In addition, faculty/instructors work closely with in-country partners to design the itinerary to meet the academic goals of the program. Faculty/instructors collaborate closely with support staff to build strong, trusting relationships with students, serving as a consistent source for academic and social-emotional guidance for students.

Requirements

Experience in interdisciplinary teaching of Engineering and Sustainability
Experience in program and curriculum design
Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience in teaching abroad
Proficiency in Dutch

Responsibilities

Oversee the academic components/program design and student recruitment for the program.
Finalize the course syllabus, manage the Canvas shell, and handle grading.
Work closely with in-country partners to design the itinerary to meet the academic goals of the program.
Collaborate closely with support staff to build strong, trusting relationships with students, serving as a consistent source for academic and social-emotional guidance for students.
Collaborate with on-site partner organization to understand and development international itinerary.
Develop/Update Syllabus and academic content.
Communicate with key people in departments (Advisors, teaching faculty) to share information about the program.
Attend and participate in all preparation and planning meetings.
Identify support staff if enrollment goals are met.
Collaborate with on-site staff while abroad to confirm itineraries.
Communicate with interested applicants about academic/itinerary questions.
Review and select applicants.
Co-facilitate the First Group Meeting in late spring or early fall to welcome students to the program.
Be available for 24/7 emergency response for students in-country.
Check on the social, emotional, mental health of students daily.
Complete incident reports as needed.
Attend Education Aboard debrief after program return.
Complete all necessary travel financial submissions within 2 weeks of return.