"Adjunct - Online Math Course Developers and Instructors"

Job Details

Job Type Part-Time
Job Number 00598
Division Adjunct
Closing Date Continuous
Opening Date 11/12/2024
Academic Year Online Learning Admin (2360)
Location REMOTE - WORK FROM HOME, ME
Department Online Learning Admin (2360)

Description

Husson University seeks to attract world-class online adjunct faculty and course developers to enrich the educational experience of our professionally-motivated students. Husson is committed to building a culturally diverse part-time and full-time faculty dedicated to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching, scholarship, and professional experience.

Examples of Duties

Husson University is seeking dynamic individuals to develop and teach online courses in Math. Online course developers and instructors are content experts who focus on providing an elite educational experience for learners to improve their skill level and knowledge. Course developers work closely with instructional designers and leadership to define expectations throughout the course build process.

Candidates with demonstrated expertise and professional experience in the following course topics are encouraged to apply:

• MS 113 Principles of Algebra: This course relates college algebra to everyday life. It starts with number systems, exponents and scientific notation, radicals, polynomials, and factoring. The course continues with equations including coordinate systems, linear equations of one variable, and modeling using linear equations. It finishes with quadratic equations and their real-world applications. Functions and fundamental concepts include domain, range, rates of change, graphs, composition of functions, transformations of functions, and finally inverse functions. The course concludes with a deeper dive into linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions.
• MS 132 Probability and Statistics: This course is an introduction to the theory and application of probability and statistical analysis. Both descriptive and inferential techniques will be studied, with emphasis placed on statistical sampling and hypothesis testing. Also considered will be linear regression, contingency table analysis, and decision-making under uncertainty. A prerequisite of MS 141 or higher or equivalent by the Initial Math Assessment is required. Prerequisite(s): MS 141 or MS 180 or MS 181 or MS 182.

Typical Qualifications

• An earned terminal degree in the discipline or a related field required, a doctoral degree preferred;
• Prior online course design experience in higher education preferred;
• Ability to effectively communicate subject matter to others;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Commitment to providing innovative and engaging online education.

Supplemental Information

Online course development proposal or development fees range from $500.00 to $3,000.00 depending upon the complexity of the assignment.

Thank you for considering employment with Husson University. To apply and inquire about your application status, please use our online application system. We kindly request that applicants do not email or call to check on their application status.

Thank you for your understanding and adherence to our application process.

Husson University is an equal employment opportunity employer

Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our website at Husson University for a complete list of benefits.