Hybrid Visiting Professor of Math

Devry University•Chicago, IL

6d•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 a high school diploma. The position is based at 1900 W. Lawrence Avenue in Chicago’s Ravenswood area. Classes are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. CST, and courses 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 course syllabi and lesson plans and use teaching techniques suited to course and program objectives. Instructors participate in comprehensive faculty training and ongoing faculty development. DeVry University does not guarantee a specific number of work hours or assignments; these may vary based on the University’s needs and discretion.

Requirements

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

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 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 level correspond to terminal course objectives.
Prepare and grade exams consistently and fairly, and provide timely feedback to students.
Integrate responsible use of AI technologies 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 comprehensive faculty training and ongoing faculty development activities.