We are interested in developing long-term relationships with superior instructors who have high professional standards, excellent communication skills, enthusiasm and a commitment to providing the finest practitioner-focused education. We are seeking primarily Industry Professionals to share their knowledge and experience with undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of fields.   Courses meet once or twice a week for eight weeks. The face-to-face interaction is blended with technology (such as online discussions and online assignments) for an enhanced learning environment. Commitment is on a course by course basis.

This position will be based out of our Arlington (Crystal City), VA location but may require the instructor to teach at our Bethesda, MD and/or Manassas, VA locations.  In addition, the instructor may be required to teach morning, afternoon and/or evening classes.

• 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 update 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/examinations 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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Adjunct faculty are industry professionals with a strong desire to share their knowledge and experience in practitioner-based programs at both the Graduate and Undergraduate levels. A minimum of two years teaching at the postsecondary level is preferred. Professional experience is required for most programs.  Adjunct faculty must have requisite subject matter expertise, outstanding communication skills, excellent motivational and instructional skills in a diverse and non-traditional environment and be able to work in a collegial manner and facilitate the efforts of diverse groups.

A master's degree is required for all adjunct faculty positions.  Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Thank you for applying for this outstanding opportunity today.