Visiting Instructor Nutrition

Western Governors University•Bentonville, AR

2d•$32 - $48•Remote

About The Position

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career. Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families. The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Grade: Faculty 505 Pay Range: $32.11 - $48.12 The Visiting Instructor provides specialized instruction for courses focusing on concepts for students. Student learning is the primary responsibility of WGU faculty. Visiting Instructors are subject matter experts who teach and support students. Visiting Instructors offer specialized instruction on topics in their course(s) aligned with best practices, as well as monitor and support student progress in competency development. They are responsive to learner needs and vary the type, length, method, and intensity of instruction best matched to the learner’s strengths and goals. Using technology, Visiting Instructors may interact with students in both group and one-on-one settings. Instructors collaborate with other instructional and program faculty serving the students to ensure continuity and quality of support.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to customize instructional support for learners with a variety of needs and educational backgrounds
Must demonstrate technological competency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (or similar) applications, virtual instructional platforms, and student management systems
Extraordinary customer service orientation
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present information clearly, concisely, and accurately; friendly, persuasive speaking and writing style
Communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds and situations
Well organized - conscientious and detail-oriented
Adapt to changing priorities within the workplace
Demonstrate initiative through independent completion of tasks
Ability to use data to make decisions
Strong understanding, acceptance, adherence, and promotion of the tenets of competency-based education in the WGU model
Must maintain an active and unencumbered license to practice dietetics-nutrition in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics/Nutritional Science, or Public Health in Nutrition, or Dietetics Administration. Education must be from an accredited institution. Education is verified.
Higher education experience providing instruction support for 2 years
Industry experience for a minimum of 2 years
This position requires afternoon and evening hours, up to 10 hours a week

Nice To Haves

Doctorate or terminal degree in content area. Education must be from an accredited institution. Education is verified.
Experience with distance education and distance learning students

Responsibilities

Provide specialized instruction on assigned topics aligned with course curriculum and best practices.
Monitor the course progress of an assigned group of learners in their course(s) and proactively offer support at key points of the student journey.
Provide expertise in assigned content area and maintains current knowledge in their field.
Foster student learning through innovative, effective teaching practices.
Use technology-based teaching and communication platforms to aid students in the development of competencies.
Collaborate with other professionals within the university to promote a positive, student-obsessed atmosphere.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.