Hybrid Visiting Professor of Computer Information Systems

Devry University•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

DeVry University seeks primarily industry professionals with high professional standards, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm, and a commitment to practitioner-focused education. Visiting Professors teach and share their knowledge and experience with undergraduate and graduate students. Courses meet once or twice a week for eight weeks, blending face-to-face interaction with technology such as online discussions and assignments. Faculty facilitate student learning in accordance with DeVry University requirements, develop course syllabi and lesson plans, and apply teaching techniques to achieve course and program objectives. Instructors participate in comprehensive faculty training and ongoing faculty development. DeVry University does not guarantee a specific number of work hours or assignments; these may vary based on University needs and discretion.

Requirements

Master's degree in Information Systems or a related field.
At least 18 graduate credit hours in the subject being taught.
Upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts with the application.
Degrees must be from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or from an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation.
Meet any additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations.
Requisite subject matter expertise and outstanding communication skills.
Commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.

Responsibilities

Develop and provide students with an approved DeVry University syllabus that follows the local campus template and includes terminal course objectives.
Organize, prepare, regularly revise, and update course materials.
Use appropriate technology and course-related software, including websites, email, and online discussions, to prepare the course and make it accessible to students.
Model effective oral and written communication that engages students, provides clarity, and improves learning.
Set clear course expectations by publishing terminal objectives, assignment and examination dates, and the weighting of evaluation categories.
Ensure exam content and level correspond to course terminal objectives.
Prepare and grade exams consistently and fairly, and provide timely feedback to students.
Integrate responsible AI use in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
Recognize, evaluate, and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools in academic work.
Complete other duties as assigned.