Higher Education Studies Online Instructor

Description:Purpose of the Job/Principal Responsibilities:Kaplan University offers academic-year, non-tenure track teaching appointments to qualified individuals who are dedicated to a high quality associates, baccalaureate and masters program. These positions offer an excellent opportunity for individuals to work with other instructors to contribute to, and be a part of, an innovative learning environment. Typical activities include: - Providing a learning environment in which students with differing learning modalities may attain success. - Maintaining program and course outcomes at a level to ensure appropriate workplace skill levels for graduates. - Reporting concerns regarding student academic progress to Academic Advisors. - Referring students with questions regarding financial aid, academics, attendance, and personal issues or concerns to the appropriate departments. - Actively assisting the University in retention efforts which may include telephoning students who are not engaged in the course. - Participating in institutional assessment. - Regularly attending and participating in faculty meetings and continuous improvement sessions. - Serving on University committees as assigned. - Assisting Chairs and Deans in developing and implementing new programs as assigned. - Remaining current with trends, techniques, and advances in technology that are applicable to the program. - Maintaining open and timely communication with students and the University via Kaplan University e-mail. Responses to student emails must occur within 24 hours (with weekends counting as one 24 hour period).- Providing students with appropriate guidance regarding academic excellence and attendance. - Completing other duties as assigned by the Academic Department Chair, or Deans. - Maintaining and submitting accurate and timely reports for student grades. Experience Required: -Earned doctorate from a regionally-accredited institution in Higher Education or closely related field -Professional experience in one or more of the following areas: Higher education finance, law, policy, or personnel Governance, leadership, and administration, student services, institutional research and assessment, or college teaching and learning, including online programs -Teaching experience at the graduate level -Interest in working as part of a cohesive team of faculty to provide a high-quality online educational experience for studentsPlease submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts with resume submissionQualifications:-Earned doctorate from a regionally-accredited institution in Higher Education or closely related field -Professional experience in one or more of the following areas: Higher education finance, law, policy, or personnel Governance, leadership, and administration, student services, institutional research and assessment, or college teaching and learning, including online programs -Teaching experience at the graduate level -Interest in working as part of a cohesive team of faculty to provide a high-quality online educational experience for studentsSalary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceFull time employees enjoy these outstanding benefits: *401(k) plan *Comprehensive health, dental and short term disability & long term disability plans *Business casual dress code *Sick days, personal days, holidays, and vacation days *A friendly, team oriented environmentJob Location: Telecommuting, FLJob Number: 6393BRCompany URL: http://www.kaplan.eduCompany Profile:Kaplan University is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing innovative undergraduate, graduate, and continuing professional education. Our programs foster student learning with opportunities to launch, enhance, or change careers in a diverse global society. Kaplan University is committed to general education, a student-centered service and support approach, and applied scholarship in a practical environment. Kaplan University is a unit of Kaplan, Inc., a worldwide education services provider and a wholly owned subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO). www.kaplan.com