Adjunct Faculty Non-Instructional Course Developer
Position Category: Adjunct
FLSA: Non-exempt
FTE:
Location: Remote
University Background:
Cal Lutheran is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and McNair
Institution, and we are looking for candidates with a demonstrated
commitment to and success working in diverse, multi- cultural and
multi-racial communities, particularly in mentoring African
American, Latinx, and Native American students. Cal Lutheran
encourages applicants from all faiths or none, and advocates for
justice and fairness for all people. We are an accredited, private,
comprehensive university dedicated to engaging students in critical
inquiry and educating leaders for a global society. Cal Lutheran is
home to more than 3,100 undergraduate and graduate students who
come from 67 countries and represent a variety of faiths. 52% of
Cal Lutheran students are from underrepresented groups, and 43% of
freshmen are first generation students. Cal Lutheran Faculty are
32% people of color. The mission of the University is to educate
leaders for a global society who are strong in character and
judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed
to service and justice.
Basic Function:
The School for Professional and Continuing Studies (SPCS) seeks to
hire part-time, non-instructional adjunct faculty member to develop
one or more courses for fully online programs. These programs are
within our Bachelor's Degree for Professional program for working
adults. The SPCS is seeking Subject Matter Experts (SME) to utilize
their unique educational and professional experience and knowledge
to develop a complete course designed to fit within online
curriculum sequence and teaching style.
Subject Matter Experts are needed in the following areas
for undergraduate courses:
- Accounting and Financial Analysis
- Business Management
- Criminology and Justice Studies
- Micro/Macro Economics
- Organizational Leadership
- Psychological and Behavioral Science
- Strategic Communication
- And some general education subject areas (e.g. History, Earth
& Environmental Sciences)
Representative Duties:
- Based on an approved syllabus, develop a course that meets the
SPCSs objectives of the course within the context of the larger
program. E
- Use the technologies and materials selected and provided by
California Lutheran University to support program delivery.
E
- Develop for delivery within the online technology suite used by
California Lutheran University, including the Canvas Learning
Management Software (LMS) and Cal Lutheran's designated/approved
templates. E
- Work with representatives from the SPCS to ensure
appropriateness of the material and the course for the program,
including syllabus requirements. E
- Create the content for the course with an instructional
designer and provide any edits necessary after their Quality
Matters audit/review. E
- Deliver a combination of synchronous and asynchronous content
sufficient for a 3-credit hour class. E
- Ensure the work results in a complete course, including but not
limited to asynchronous materials (such as video lectures,
readings, homework, exams, and project assignments) and synchronous
materials (such as presentations, slides, notes, activities, and
lesson plans for live sessions). All materials will be available in
the Canvas Learning Management Software (LMS). E
- Provide sufficient resources to engage the students for time
adequate to fulfill accreditation standards for contact hours and
time on task and to satisfy the course learning objectives. The
instructional designer will work with the course developer to
determine which aspects of the course are best suited to be taught
synchronous and which instructional elements are better suited to
asynchronous instruction. E
- Provide supplemental resources (textbook, whitepapers,
homework, etc.) for self-study just as in an on-ground course with
the expectation that students will need to spend approximately 2
hours outside of class for every hour spent consuming the
instructional content. E
- Maintain current, accurate records. E
- Performs related duties as assigned.
E=Essential Duties
Knowledge Of:
- The subject matter being taught (i.e., a subject matter expert
in the field).
- Instructional design principles.
- Pedagogical methods and learning theories (i.e., how people
learn and which teaching strategies are most effective for
different types of content and learners).
- Educational technology tools and Learning Management Systems
(LMS). Course developers should be able to create and manage online
content, quizzes, discussion forums, and other interactive
elements.
- Current theory and practice within the subject discipline.
- Principles and best practices of effective online
teaching.
- Accessibility standards and the ability to design courses that
are inclusive and accessible to all students, including those with
disabilities.
- Multimedia elements, such as videos, animations, and
interactive simulations, to enhance the learning experience.
Knowledge of video editing, graphic design, and multimedia software
is a plus.
- Assessment techniques and the ability to create effective
quizzes, exams, and other evaluation methods. The ability to
analyze data and use it to improve the course is important.
Ability To:
- Plan, organize, and deliver online courses on time and within
budget.
- Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject
field or discipline.
- Deliver course curricula in various learning styles.
- Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery
technologies into the course development process.
- Demonstrate professional standards.
- Work with subject matter experts, instructional designers,
multimedia specialists, and other team members is essential.
Collaboration skills facilitate the development of a well-rounded
course.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using tact,
patience, and courtesy.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a master's degree from a graduate institution of
recognized standing or equivalent experience and professional
recognition.
Cannot hire from North Dakota, Ohio, Washington, Wyoming or
individuals not authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with online course development.
Licenses and Other Requirements:
None
Physical Abilities:
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment;
speaking to exchange information, provide instruction and make
presentations; sitting or standing for extended periods of time;
pushing, pulling or lifting light objects; bending and reaching to
store and/or retrieve files.
Working Environment:
Remote Work
Hiring Range $34.00 - $36.00/hour
Posting Number: Adjunct0000102022
Open Date: 12/08/2023
Close Date: 05/31/2027
Application Procedure/Special Instructions The Cal Lutheran
School for Professional and Continuing Studies invites applications
for Adjunct Faculty Non-Instructional Course Developer positions.
New applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Applicants
will be contacted by the Department Chair/Program Director based
upon need and applicant qualifications.
To apply, visit https://careers.callutheran.edu/postings/13233
California Lutheran University is an accredited, private,
comprehensive university located midway between Santa Barbara and
Los Angeles. Cal Lutheran is home to more than 3,100 undergraduate
and graduate students who come from more than 66 countries and
represent a wide variety of faiths. 48% of Cal Lutheran students
are international students or from underrepresented groups, and
over 40% of first-time freshmen are first generation students. Over
45% of graduate students in the School of Management are
international students. The University encourages candidates who
will contribute to the cultural diversity of Cal Lutheran to
apply.
Additional information may be found at www.callutheran.edu. All
offers will be contingent upon the completion of a successful
background check.
California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal
opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race,
religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical
disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status,
sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender
identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable
law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied
the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program,
activity or facility of the University on the basis of these
factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state
laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University's
policies, procedures, and processes.
Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process
can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please
contact the Human Resources Department for further information or
to request an accommodation.
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