Global Campus Project Management Instructor (Pool)

SDSU Research Foundation•San Diego, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

San Diego State University Global Campus is seeking instructors to teach courses in its Professional Certificate in Project Management program. The instructor will deliver applied, online instruction, leveraging current industry experience to guide learners through project management concepts, methodologies, tools, and practices. The role emphasizes practical application through case studies, experiential learning, and collaborative discussions. Successful candidates will possess strong instructional skills, expertise in project management, and the ability to engage diverse learners.

Requirements

Demonstrated practical expertise in one or more areas of project management, such as planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, stakeholder communication, risk management, or project delivery.
Experience teaching in online or hybrid instructional environments, with demonstrated experience supporting adult learners in professional, continuing education, or workforce development settings.
Ability to design and deliver instruction that translates industry practice into effective learning experiences for adult learners.
Strong organizational and communication skills to support instructional delivery, assessment, and student engagement.
Ability to adapt instructional approaches to meet the diverse needs of learners.
Ability to effectively leverage instructional technologies to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
Commitment to maintaining current knowledge through professional development, industry participation, and ongoing engagement with procurement and project management practices.
Must be a subject matter expert in the designated focus of deliverables as defined by either a degree, certificate, and/or equivalent progressively professional experience that can be exchanged on a year-for-year basis.
PMP® (Project Management Professional) certification required.
Demonstrated experience applying project management practices in industry, government, nonprofit, or related sectors.
Must be a subject matter expert in the above Project.
Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching project management or related professional topics in higher education, corporate training, workforce development, or continuing education settings.
Familiarity with project management software, collaboration tools, and learning management systems.
Demonstrates competencies teaching in an online environment.
Experience teaching adult learners.

Responsibilities

Deliver instruction in accordance with SDSU Global Campus policies, procedures, instructional standards, and approved course delivery models, including virtual synchronous and asynchronous formats.
Develop, organize, and deliver engaging online instruction that emphasizes applied learning and integrates project management principles, methodologies, and industry best practices.
Continuously update course content to reflect current and emerging trends, tools, technologies, frameworks, and professional standards relevant to project management.
Design and deliver instructional materials and learning activities that align with approved course objectives, program outcomes, and workforce-relevant competencies.
Establish clear, measurable learning outcomes and design assessments that effectively evaluate student learning and applied competency development.
Evaluate student performance consistently and objectively; provide timely, constructive feedback; and submit grades in accordance with established timelines and university policies.
Prepare, maintain, and distribute course syllabi and approved course outlines in compliance with program, divisional, and accreditation requirements.
Apply inclusive and adaptive instructional approaches to effectively support learners with diverse backgrounds, experience levels, industries, and learning styles.
Utilize instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas) to support content delivery, communication, assessment, and student engagement.
Maintain accurate academic records and uphold the confidentiality and integrity of student information.
Collaborate with the Program Manager and Program Advisor to develop, confirm, and maintain assigned course schedules.
Ensure assigned course(s) are delivered as scheduled and communicate promptly regarding any issues or changes impacting course delivery.
Support program growth by contributing to student outreach, recruitment, retention, and engagement efforts.
Participate in program meetings, curriculum discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives as requested.