Faculty Member

Reach University•,

About The Position

Reach University is seeking a dedicated, experienced Professor of Practice committed to student success, educational excellence, effective communication, and compliance with university policies and procedures. Professors of Practice remain actively engaged in K–12 environments and bring current, real-world experience into their teaching. They design curriculum and facilitate transformative learning experiences, while modeling exemplary pedagogy for candidates. Faculty teach assigned courses and plan synchronous meetings and asynchronous activities. They develop course readings, learning scaffolds, assignments, and assessments; provide timely feedback; and support candidates through office hours, one-on-one coaching, and regular coaching cycles. They also collaborate on continuous improvement, program innovation, assessment, and community activities; participate in required onboarding and training; manage grading and course closeout; and engage in scholarship and professional growth. Reach University values faculty who bring varied perspectives and experiences and can support students in rural and underserved communities.

Requirements

Demonstrated commitment to educational excellence for all.
A record of accomplishment and experience in education, such as experience as a veteran teacher, principal, or instructional coach.
Previous experience developing and facilitating engaging adult learning experiences, preferably in a virtual or online environment.
Clear communication skills.
Commitment to student success and engagement.
Ability to adhere to university policies and procedures.
Willingness to participate in training programs and maintain timely communication and consistent engagement with candidates, faculty, and staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing and facilitating adult learning in a virtual or online environment.
Experience in K–12 education, such as as a veteran teacher, principal, or instructional coach.
Faculty perspectives and experiences that represent and support students in rural and underserved communities.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses, ensuring high-quality instruction and student engagement.
Plan and facilitate synchronous course meetings and asynchronous learning activities.
Develop and implement course readings, learning scaffolds, assignments, and assessments.
Provide timely and impactful feedback on assigned coursework.
Communicate with candidates and advisors when a student is at risk of failing by midterm.
Hold office hours and meet with candidates to support their learning and success.
Provide one-on-one coaching and support, build strong candidate relationships, and conduct regular coaching cycles.
Review lesson plans, provide feedback, and facilitate reflective coaching conversations.
Participate in yearly onboarding sessions and complete mandatory Canvas and Craft Connect training, implementing the tools within courses.
Complete required professional development courses, including training on implementation of the Oxford Tutorial Method.
Maintain regular grading and enter grades as assignments are completed.
Complete faculty surveys and end-of-term closeout procedures.
Read and adhere to the student and faculty handbooks.
Participate in faculty learning communities, professional development, and collaborative efforts.
Collaborate on program goals for continuous improvement, innovation, assessment cycles, and community activities.
Engage in scholarly activities, such as publishing articles, presenting research, and keeping abreast of developments in the field.
Engage in intellectual inquiry that informs curriculum and program modifications based on current best practices.