Hybrid Visiting Professor of Information Systems and Software Development

Devry University•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

DeVry University seeks industry professionals with high professional standards, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm, and a commitment to practitioner-focused education. Visiting Professors teach undergraduate and graduate students. Courses meet once or twice a week for eight weeks, blending face-to-face interaction with online discussions and assignments. Faculty facilitate student learning in accordance with University requirements, develop syllabi and lesson plans, and use teaching techniques that support course and program objectives. Instructors participate in comprehensive faculty training and ongoing faculty development activities. The University does not guarantee a specific number of work hours or assignments; these may vary according to University needs and discretion. Faculty prepare and update course materials, use appropriate online technologies and course-related software, communicate clearly with students, set course expectations, align assessments with course objectives, and provide timely and fair feedback. They are expected to incorporate responsible AI use into teaching and learning and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI. Additional requirements may apply based on state licensing or accreditation considerations.

Requirements

Master's degree in Information Systems or a related field such as Engineering or IT.
At least 18 graduate credit hours in Information Systems.
Submit 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.
Requisite subject matter expertise and 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.

Nice To Haves

Certification in ITF+ or a related certification.
Certification in Linux+ or a related certification.
Certification in PCAP, PCEP, or a related certification.
Certification in A+ or a related certification.
Certification in CSSLP, CSDP, AWSCD, or a related certification.
Programming in C# or another Microsoft-related certification.
Azure Data, MongoDB, or another Microsoft- or Oracle-related certification.

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 provide access to the course.
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 distribution 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 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.
Participate in the required faculty training program and ongoing faculty development activities.