Online Adjunct Instructor – Observation and Assessment for Effective Curriculum Planning

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Serve as adjunct faculty to instruct Observation and Assessment for Effective Curriculum Planning.

• Maintain consistent communication with students regarding their performance and provide feedback throughout the course.

• Offer student support via phone, email, synchronous and asynchronous communication, as well as individual appointments.

• Respond swiftly to inquiries from the Academic Dean and University staff concerning performance, student issues, and the needs of faculty files or accreditation.

• Employ effective teaching strategies and diverse instructional techniques.

• Foster student engagement through activities, community building, student-centered learning, and live classroom tools.

• Conduct synchronous learning sessions with students.

• Align session objectives with overall course performance objectives.

• Maintain a well-organized classroom and utilize class time effectively.

• Exhibit and communicate expertise in the subject matter.

• Participate in the development and implementation of curriculum and assessment.

• Establish a classroom presence that supports students in collaboration with the Dean.

• Attend designated events, program meetings, and committee work as agreed upon.

• Fulfill professional development requirements through Rasmussen Educational Units.

• Work up to 3 work units per academic quarter.

⛳️ Requirements

• Teaching experience is preferred, with a minimum of 3 years in the relevant field of study.

• Must be self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working collaboratively in a team environment with minimal supervision.

• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary for effective interaction with students, leadership, and colleagues.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.

• Regular access to a computer that meets system requirements, including Windows XP or higher, Microsoft Office 2010, and a reliable internet connection.

• A Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred, or a related field such as Early Childhood Studies, Special Education, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Leadership or Administration, Education focused on early childhood, Child Psychology, Child and Family Studies, Child Development, or Curriculum and Instruction for programs serving children from birth through 3rd grade.

• At least 2 years of teaching experience with children ages birth to 3rd grade in a developmentally appropriate setting.

• Experience in observing and assessing young children and utilizing those observations to inform curriculum.

• Must provide the necessary professional licenses/certifications required for specialized schools before beginning to teach; licenses must be active and unencumbered.

• Must submit official transcripts for each degree earned from an accredited institution prior to teaching.

• Compliance with Department of Education, accrediting agency, and applicable state requirements is mandatory.

• This position is not available to residents of Colorado.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching.

• Paid sick leave.

• Access to a robust learning management system.

• Individual development planning opportunities.

• Tuition reduction for courses taken within the family of brands.

• Continuing education benefits for part-time employees.

• Professional development through Rasmussen Educational Units (REUs).