Hybrid Visiting Professor of English

Devry University•Ontario, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

DeVry University seeks industry professionals to teach undergraduate and graduate students and share their knowledge and experience. 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 University requirements, develop course syllabi and lesson plans, and use teaching techniques that support course and program objectives. Instructors participate in comprehensive faculty training and ongoing development activities. The University does not guarantee a specific number of work hours or assignments; these may vary based on its needs and discretion. This role develops and maintains course materials, communicates expectations and course objectives, teaches and evaluates students fairly, and provides timely feedback. Faculty are expected to incorporate responsible AI use into teaching and learning and to recognize and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools.

Requirements

Master's degree and 18 graduate credit hours in the subject being taught.
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 have equivalent accreditation.
Applicants must upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts with their application.
Requisite subject matter expertise.
Outstanding communication skills.
Commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D.

Responsibilities

Develop and provide students with an approved syllabus using the local campus template and including terminal course objectives.
Organize, prepare, regularly revise, and update course materials.
Use appropriate online technologies and course-related software, including websites, email, and online discussions, to prepare and make courses accessible to students.
Model effective oral and written communication that engages students, provides clarity, and improves learning.
Publish course terminal objectives, assignment and examination dates, and the weight distribution of evaluation categories.
Ensure exam content and difficulty correspond to course terminal objectives.
Prepare and grade exams consistently and fairly, and provide timely student feedback.
Integrate responsible AI technologies into classroom teaching and learning outcomes.
Recognize, evaluate, and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools in academic work.
Complete other duties as assigned.