Online Part Time Faculty - Emergency & Disaster Mgmt (Bilingual Faculty Spanish/English)

American Public University System•,

1d•Remote

About The Position

APUS faculty demonstrate a strong commitment to learning, teaching, interaction with students and faculty, service to our communities of practice, and scholarship. Bilingual faculty (English/Spanish) effectively communicate in both languages, both verbally and in writing, to support our diverse student population. United by the common goal of inspiring academic excellence in students with a broad range of interests and experiences consistent with the Community of Inquiry Framework, as adopted by American Public University System (APUS) for cognitive presence, teaching presence, and social presence. Faculty play a vital role in creating a rewarding online learning experience for students by engaging them, challenging them, and supporting them. They contribute to and participate in a range of activities related to effectiveness and excellence in teaching and student retention. Faculty members maintain expertise in their discipline, adhere to APUS guidelines, processes, and methods, and remain responsive to mentoring and coaching that fosters ongoing professional growth.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Emergency and Disaster Mgmt or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution is required.
Five or more years of experience in an Emergency and Disastert Mgmt field is required.
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required.
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both languages, verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated proficiency in English and Spanish with the ability to convey complex information clearly and accurately across diverse audiences.
Proficiency testing in both English and Spanish will be part of the application process to confirm language fluency levels required for the position.
Ability to translate and interpret information, ensuring accuracy and cultural sensitivity in communication.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting or engaging with Spanish-speaking students preferred.
College-level teaching experience is preferred.
Online teaching experience is preferred.
Record of excellence in teaching.

Responsibilities

Complete the “Engaging the First‐Year Student Certification” course (APUS110) within six months of the hire date.
Complete the Graduate Faculty Certification (APUS501) within 90 days of hire.
Comply with and be bound by all policies with respect to work product and intellectual property rights set forth in the APUS Faculty Handbook, the APUS Employee Handbook, the APEI Employee Handbook, and applicable Course Assignments.
Perform duties in a remote, professional working environment of your choice.