Visiting Professor of Information Systems and Software Development

Devry University • Phoenix, AZ

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

DeVry University is seeking experienced industry professionals to teach undergraduate and graduate students in Information Systems and Software Development. Courses are eight weeks long and meet once or twice a week, incorporating blended learning with face-to-face interaction and technology. Faculty are responsible for facilitating student learning, developing course syllabi and lesson plans, and applying effective teaching techniques. All instructors will receive comprehensive training and ongoing development to ensure high-quality instruction.

Requirements

• A master's degree in Information Systems or a related field (Engineering or IT) is required for all faculty positions, along with 18 graduate credit hours in Information Systems.
• Faculty must have requisite subject matter expertise and outstanding communication skills.
• Qualifying credentials must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Administration, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation.
• Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.

Nice To Haves

• ITF+ or related certification
• Linux+ or related certification
• PCAP or PCEP or related certification
• A+ or related certification
• CSSLP, CSDP, AWSCD, or related certification
• Programming in C# or other MS related certification
• Azure Data, MongoDB or other MS or Oracle related certification

Responsibilities

• Develops and provides students with an approved DeVry University syllabus that follows a template established by the local campus, and which includes the terminal course objectives.
• Organizes, prepares, and regularly revises and updates all course materials.
• Uses appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including Websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.
• Models effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
• Sets clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examination dates, and weight the distribution of various evaluation categories.
• Ensures that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.
• Demonstrates consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of exams, and provide timely feedback to students.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level