Hybrid Visiting Professor of Computer Science

Devry University•Chicago, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides instruction and support to DeVry University's Advantage Academy high school students in Chicago, Illinois. The program enables qualified Chicago Public School students to take college courses and earn an associate degree while completing their high school diploma. The position is based at 1900 W. Lawrence Avenue in Chicago's Ravenswood area. Classes run from 9 a.m. to noon or noon to 3 p.m. CST and meet once or twice a week for eight weeks. Instruction blends face-to-face interaction with technology, including online discussions and assignments. Faculty facilitate student learning by teaching courses and programs in accordance with DeVry University requirements. They develop syllabi and lesson plans and use teaching techniques suited to course and program objectives. Instructors participate in comprehensive faculty training and ongoing development activities. DeVry does not guarantee a specific number of work hours or assignments; these may vary according to the University's needs and discretion.

Requirements

Master's degree.
At least 18 graduate credit hours in the subject being taught.
Upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts with the application.
Degrees must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation.
Requisite subject matter expertise.
Outstanding communication skills.
Commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.
Additional requirements may apply based on state licensing or accreditation considerations.

Responsibilities

Develop and provide students with an approved DeVry University syllabus using the local campus template and including terminal course objectives.
Organize, prepare, and regularly revise and update course materials.
Use appropriate online technologies and course-related software, including websites, email, and online discussions, to prepare and make the course 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 weight distribution of evaluation categories.
Ensure exam content and difficulty correspond to terminal course objectives.
Prepare and grade examinations consistently and fairly, and provide timely feedback to students.
Integrate the responsible use of AI technologies 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.