Need Assistant Faculty in Computer Information Systems - Online (Part-Time) in USA

Job title: Assistant Faculty in Computer Information Systems - Online (Part-Time)
Company: Strayer University
Job description: Assistant Faculty are an essential part of creating the optimal learning environment. The University relies on assistant faculty to support instructional faculty by interacting with students in online classrooms that have many students. The successful Assistant Faculty is student focused and able to create and implement various methods of communication and supplemental instruction to support student success. This position works a defined number of hours per week and reports into key Faculty roles within the designated team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Analyze student activity within discussions and assessments and choose the appropriate responses
• Assist in managing student communications through live session presentations, assistant faculty lead weekly study groups, and 1:1 sessions. (All live sessions being on camera is required)
• Utilize online learning management systems platforms to communicate with students through accurate discussion responses and grading
• Escalate unique issues to the lead instructor
• Monitor engagement levels and provide recommendations on the best approach on how to increase engagement

Facilitate effective communication and collaboration within our team and organization ensuring that information flows seamlessly among team members.

Foster a positive working environment, and keeping everyone informed and engaged will be crucial to the success of our projects and team goals.

Optimize productivity and efficiency by implementing effective time management strategies

Adhere to university policies and procedures

Must be flexible and available to work up to 28 hours per week

Other duties as assigned

Job Skills:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact effectively with faculty, coaches, and learners.

Demonstrated effective time management skills.

Excellent relationship-building, customer service, and problem resolution skills.

Demonstrated strong attention to detail, initiative and follow-through.

Experience working with a diversity of learning styles.

Comfortable using technology to facilitate learning.

Work Experience:

Professional experience in the field of study is preferred and may be required dependent on course credentialing requirements.

Previous teaching experience.

Online teaching experience preferred.

Education:

From a regionally accredited institution; Master?s degree required. A terminal degree may be required dependent on course credentialing requirements.

Certificates, licenses and registrations:

Professional certification in discipline specialty (if required dependent on course credentialing requirements).

Other:

Access information using a computer.

Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain.

Effectively cope with stressful situations.

Good attendance.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Strong mental acuity.

Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

Technical Requirements

• Computer and technical equipment is not provided by the organization and is the responsibility of the hired employee.

• Broadband (Cable or DSL) required with minimum internet connections of 512kbps
• Windows 11, Windows 10, Mac OS Monterey (12), Mac OS Big Sur (11), or Mac OS Catalina (10.15)
• Minimum of 3GHz processor, Minimum of 8GB of memory (RAM), and Minimum 30GB of free hard disk space
• Video Card and monitor display capable of 1280x1024 pixel resolution
• Headset with microphone
• Working webcam for live sessions, meetings, and student interactions
• Recommended Browsers are Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox
• Microsoft Office 365 (once employed will have access), Adobe Acrobat Reader, and Antivirus Software running and up to date

Work Location Details:

Many of our positions, including this role, are designed to be remote "home office" settings.

Employees working out of a home office are responsible for providing appropriate and safe office space, office furniture and organization, communication tools, and related items. These include:

Arranging for high-speed internet connection, printer and a dedicated phone line for business use. Specifics regarding expense coverage and reimbursement vary based on individual position categories. The University will not provide office equipment or on-site set up assistance.

The environment must be free from distractions and enable a highly productive and professional work environment.

As with on-site positions, our off-site positions require that the majority of the time will be spent using a telephone, PC and monitors.

There are minimal lifting requirements unless otherwise noted.

To create an optimal learning environment, the University relies on Assistant Faculty to support instructional Faculty by interacting with students in online classrooms that have a large number of students.

We are currently in search of a passionate part-time Assistant Faculty to support our Online undergraduate level CIS101 Navigating A Digital World class for the upcoming Fall quarter.

NOTE: Applications must include copies of unofficial transcripts to receive full consideration.

Essential Duties:

• Analyze student activity within discussions and assessments and choose the appropriate responses
• Accurately use the right type of responses based upon training and input from the master instructor
• Assist in managing generic student communications
• Utilize online learning platform (Blackboard) to communicate with students
• Escalate unique issues to the master instructor
• Assist with grading
• Monitor engagement levels and provide recommendations on the best approach on how to increase engagement
• Other duties as assigned
• Adhere to university policies and procedures

Education:

• All degrees must be conferred and from an accredited institution to be considered
• Master?s degree required

Work Experience:

• Previous teaching experience with adult learners

Job Skills:

• Exhibits sound judgment in making decisions
• Ability to lead group discussions
• Ability to keep accurate records
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must have strong computer skills

Other:

• Access information using a computer
• Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain
• Manage potentially stressful situations in a professional and ethical manner
• Strong mental acuity

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at
Expected salary:
Location: USA

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