Program Education - Summer Scholar's Program

University of Miami•Coral Gables, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Continuing and International Education is accepting applications for Part-Time Lecturers for the University of Miami Pre-College program to teach non-credit courses for the UM Academies. Candidates must have a Master’s degree, however, Ph.D. preferred. Applicants are expected to perform high quality teaching for non-credit summer courses. All candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. Candidates with teaching and professional experience are encouraged to apply. The Program Educator delivers instruction and academic content for pre-college, executive education, lifelong learning, intensive language, and non-credit certificate or professional development programs, including workforce-aligned offerings such as Paralegal Studies and Human Resources. This role focuses on high-quality teaching, curriculum delivery, applied learning, and learner engagement and ensures instructional content remains relevant to industry standards and professional practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience required
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. preferred

Responsibilities

Delivers scheduled non-credit courses and certificate program instruction using approved curricula and learning objectives.
Facilitates engaging learning experiences through lectures, case studies, applied exercises, discussions, and experiential learning methods.
Adapts instructional approaches to support adult and professional learners across in-person, hybrid, and online learning environments.
Ensures course delivery aligns with institutional academic standards, program outcomes, and workforce-aligned objectives.
Implements established curricula and instructional materials and recommends updates to reflect evolving industry practices, regulations, and professional standards.
Collaborates with program leadership on curriculum enhancements, instructional resources, and effective content sequencing.
Maintains alignment of course content with certificate requirements, professional competencies, and workforce expectations.
Assesses student learning using approved evaluation methods, including assignments, exams, presentations, projects, and applied assessments.
Provides academic guidance, timely feedback, and evaluation of learner performance to support successful outcomes.
Establishes and maintains regular availability to address student questions, provide instructional follow-up, and support learner success.
Promotes an inclusive, supportive, and professional learning environment for diverse adult and professional learners.
Maintains accurate attendance records, grades, and required instructional documentation in accordance with program guidelines.
Participates in course evaluations, instructor assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance instructional quality.
Coordinates with program managers, instructional designers, and academic leadership to support consistent delivery, learner satisfaction, retention, and successful course completion.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.