Hybrid Visiting Professor of Ethics

DeVry University•New York, NY

8d•$1,500 - $2,700•Hybrid

About The Position

DeVry University is seeking primarily industry professionals to teach ethics and share their knowledge and experience with undergraduate and graduate students. The university values instructors with high professional standards, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm, and a commitment to practitioner-focused education. Courses meet once or twice a week for eight weeks and blend face-to-face interaction with technology, including online discussions and assignments. Faculty facilitate student learning in accordance with DeVry University requirements, develop syllabi and lesson plans, and use teaching techniques aligned with course and program objectives. Instructors participate in comprehensive faculty training and ongoing faculty development. DeVry does not guarantee a specific number of work hours or assignments; these may vary according to university needs and discretion.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate.
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, regularly revise, and update course materials.
Use appropriate online technologies and course-related software, including websites, email, and online discussions, to prepare courses and make them 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 difficulty correspond to course terminal objectives.
Prepare and grade exams 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.