Posting Details Position Information Position RankAdjunct InstructorTrackNon-Tenure TrackPosition TitleAdjunct Faculty- Higher Education LeadershipCategoryAdjunctPosting NumberT000141LocationRemote - ChicagoOpen Date09162024Close DateOpen Until FilledNoJob TypePart-TimeWorking HoursPosition SummaryReflecting the ideals of its founders in 1945 Roosevelt University is a private nonsectarian community of educators scholars and learners committed to academic creative and service excellence who value differences in personal experiences and perspectives ask difficult questions and promote mutual understanding inclusion social consciousness and action toward social justice. Recognizing that difference broadens perspectives Roosevelt University seeks and serves a diverse promising student body from metropolitan Chicago and around the world. We invite you to contribute your talents to our community. The part-time faculty member for this role will teach courses in Higher Education and related subjects within the Interdisciplinary Leadership Ed.D. program. Utilizing innovative and critical teaching methods they will actively engage and prepare students to become scholarly practitioners with a focus on equity and justice.1. Course Delivery and Instruction 30 · Delivering graduate-level courses in Higher Education or related content area according to the syllabus and curriculum provided · Engaging students through online lectures discussions and other interactive activities. · Prepare syllabus using the Universitys syllabus template · Ordering textbooks or other materials required for course via the University bookstore · Setting up the Blackboard course shell with the syllabus any materials that will be provided electronically and course assignments · Utilizing various online teaching tools and platforms effectively e.g. Blackboard LMS video conferencing discussion boards 2. Student Support and Engagement 25 · Facilitating a positive and inclusive online learning environment. · Providing timely and constructive feedback on all student work in a timely manner within no more than one week of submission · Responding to student inquiries and concerns promptly offering guidance and support. · Holding regular office hours each week may be in faculty office or virtual · Maintaining regular email contact with students faculty and staff using the University-issued email account response time of no more than 24 hours Monday-Friday3. Assessment and Evaluation 20 · Designing and grading assessments i.e. exams papers projects · Tracking and reporting student progress and performance o Submitting attendance report by the end of the first week of class or as required by the Registrar. o Submitting mid-term progress reports by the stated deadline. o Submitting all final grades by the stated deadline 4. Curriculum Development 5 · Collaborate with the academic team to develop and update course materials and assessments. · Ensure course content is current relevant and aligned with program objectives and industry standards.20Collaboration and Communication · Communicate regularly with program directors colleagues and administrative staff. · Participate in program reviews and contribute to continuous improvement efforts i.e. curricular design and assessment. Serve on Doctoral Project Committees · Participate as a committee member on doctoral project committees. · Provide guidance feedback and support to doctoral candidates throughout their project development and completion. Student Recruitment and Retention · Assist in efforts to recruit and retain students for the program. · Participate in outreach activities webinars and informational sessions to promote the program. Professional Development · Attend faculty meetings training sessions and other institutional events as required.Entry level compensation rate for teaching one 3-credit course as of Fall 2025 is 3982.00. Compensation for courses that carry fewer or more than three credits will be prorated down or up accordingly. Entry into the union for any subsequent semesters of employment thereafter is required.Voluntary benefits such as tuition remission commuter savings voluntary retirement contributions and pet insurance are all made available upon union membership and eligibility.Title IX Contact Information Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus 430 S. Michigan Avenue AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or TitleIXroosevelt.edu.Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application if you have questions you may email hrquestionsroosevelt.edu.Knowledge Skills and Abilities RequiredThe successful applicants will1. Exhibit a comprehensive knowledge of higher education and understanding of online teaching methodologies.2. Demonstrate the ability toDeliver clear concise and accurate communication verbal and written in a timely manner to a diverse online population.Set clear performance expectations for students and provide meaningful constructive feedback. Leverage digital tools and platforms for effective online instruction.Leverage technology tools to enhance the online learning experience fostering active student engagement.Collaborate effectively with colleagues contributing to the overall success of the doctoral program. Promote equity and justice by creating an inclusive online learning environment.3. Demonstrate efficient time management skills for delivering course materials and feedback in a timely manner.Years of Experience RequiredPrior teaching experience at least one year at the graduate level is preferred.Required EducationDoctoral DegreeCertificationLicensure RequiredHold Elementary and Special LBS 1 PELMinimum QualificationsHold an Ed.D. or Ph.D in higher education student affairs adult education or closely related field from an accredited college or university.Demonstrate ability to teach graduate courses in the field of higher education using a variety of instructional strategies.Have a proven track record of experience in teaching online courses.Possess the capability to teach and advise online adult learners at the graduate level.Exhibit the ability to actively contribute to the University and relevant professional organizations through service.Engage in program administration and coordination.Showcase a commitment to working with diverse populations in both teaching and service capacities.Demonstrated a clear commitment to practices of diversity equity inclusion and social justice in higher education as evidenced in teaching research andor service.Preferred QualificationsEducationPh.D. or Ed. D. in Higher Education or related field by the time of application.Experience in Online TeachingPrevious experience teaching in an online environment particularly at the graduate level. Familiarity with online student engagement strategies and best practices.Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning UDL principlesDoctoral-Level Teaching ExperienceExperience serving on doctoral project committees and advising doctoral candidates.Understanding of the unique needs and challenges of doctoral studentsLeadership ExperiencePractical experience in leadership roles particularly within higher education institutions.Ability to bring real-world leadership examples and case studies into the classroomEquipment OperatedDesktop computer laptop projector copierWorking ConditionsNormal climate-controlled office environment is provided. Job is largely sedentary but there is a need to move about the office and buildings frequently. Occasional bending stooping lifting pushing andor pulling is required typically less than 10 poundsPriority Application InstructionsDepartmental Contact InformationPosting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk . Do you have a doctoral degree YesNo Do you have documented successful college teaching experience YesNoApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeCover LetterTranscriptsList of ReferencesOptional DocumentsCurriculum Vitae