Adjunct Instructor - Computer Science

Maryville University

St. Louis, MO

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Canvas, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Content Delivery/Distribution, Course Development, Learning Management System (LMS), Lesson Plans, Online Courses, Online Training, Teach Graduate Students, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Training/Teaching Materials
LOCATION
St. Louis, MO
POSTED
11 days ago

In keeping with our mission and vision statement, Maryville actively seeks adjunct faculty members who are experts in their fields and have a passion for teaching. Adjunct faculty are an integral part of the University's learning community.

The College of Arts and Sciences is accepting applications for an academically qualified adjunct faculty member to teach online Computer Science courses.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

  • Teach assigned course as specified in the schedule and course contract.

  • Participate in welcome orientation to become familiar with the University's mission, academic policies and procedures, expectations, and Canvas (Learning Management System).

  • Prepare essential learning objectives, lesson plans, and assignments. Develop course syllabus.

  • Clearly communicate course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, and assignments and deadlines.

  • Employ a variety of teaching styles in order to effectively deliver course content demonstrating both academic and real-world applications of concepts covered.

  • Encourage active learning through discussion topics, class assignments, group projects, etc.

  • Provide feedback and grade assignments in a timely and thorough manner (with 24-36 hrs.).

  • Establish office hours to provide additional assistance with student questions/concerns.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Applicants must have a Master's degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Undergraduate/graduate teaching experience preferred
  • Online teaching experience preferred

About the Company

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Maryville University

Maryville University is a selective, comprehensive and nationally ranked private institution with 5,033 students. Maryville offers more than 75 degrees at the undergraduate, masters and doctoral levels to students from 49 states and 28 countries. Consistently ranked as a top private school by Forbes and Kiplinger’s, in 2012 Maryville was named the No. 1 Overperforming University in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Maryville’s athletics teams compete in 18 men’s and women’s sports at the Division II level in the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Founded in 1872, the University is ideally situated on 130 picturesque acres in West St. Louis County.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1872
WEBSITE
https://www.maryville.edu/