Instructor (Part-Time), International & English Language Programs – Business Intelligence for Global Entrepreneurship
Position Overview
Organization: Continuum College
Title: Instructor (Part-Time), International & English Language Programs – Business Intelligence for Global Entrepreneurship
Position Details
Position Description
The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service.
UW Continuum College expands the reach of the University of Washington by delivering educational programs that meet the needs of learners at all phases of their lives. We’re focused on removing obstacles to relevant educational opportunities by addressing geographic, financial, length of commitment, and time constraints, increasing access to knowledge for more people. As a diverse community that values inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a respectful, supportive workplace where innovation comes to life. By looking ahead and experimenting with new approaches, we’re creating new educational opportunities to help people thrive in a world of change.
UW Continuum College (UWC2) has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time instructor in the Business Analytics and Data Storytelling course during the summer quarter of 2024. This course is part of the Business Intelligence for Global Entrepreneurship (BIGE) non-credit certificate program.
We are looking for an instructor to teach the following module in this course. This is the first of three modules.
Technical Tools for Strategic Business (6 weeks, approx. 4 hours per day 9:00 AM start, M-F)
Students will complete an in-depth exploration of business needs, identify and understand how to use available data resources to their advantage, design data-driven hypothesis for impactful business solutions, and develop a comprehensive test protocol for solutions-testing. Students will gain a deeper appreciation for how data is collected and analyzed, and become comfortable with analyzing data to drive business decisions.
Instructors serve a key role in certificate programs, engaging with students, serving as subject matter experts, presenting learning content, and assessing whether learners have achieved course competencies.
The pay range for instructor positions is $1200-1500 per CEU* per course, commensurate with experience and qualifications. *The full course is the equivalent of 18 CEUs, module one is the equivalent of 10.8 CEUs).
Instructors...
- Teach to a set curriculum plan with clear learning outcomes and competencies
- Prepare a course syllabus in advance of the course start date (full curriculum provided)
- Ensure that lesson plans and presentation materials for the full course are relevant and current
- Teach all class sessions at the scheduled time and location
- Respond to student inquiries and provide feedback on student assignments in a timely manner
- Coordinate with other instructors in the certificate program, to ensure curriculum continuity across courses and modules
- Adapt instructional techniques based on feedback from students and the Program Manager, and implement sound pedagogical practices
- Complete instructor onboarding, relevant learning technology training, and other training as needed
- Collaborate with IELP and UWC2 staff to ensure course materials meet University accessibility requirements and standards
- Observe FERPA, HIPAA, and other privacy laws and policies.
- Participate in 1-2 instructor meetings and information sessions per year
The BIGE program is full time for international professionals and is taught 100% in-person at our Puget Sound Plaza location in downtown Seattle. More information about our programs at https://www.ielp.uw.edu/.
UWC2 Extension Lecturers / Instructors are Academic Staff, not faculty. These are part-time, temporary positions.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum three years of professional experience relevant to the course topics.
- Prior experience teaching / training international adult learners.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Ability, and desire, to successfully work with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Willingness to teach with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of professionalism, punctuality, and content relevance for diverse adult students.
- Legal authorization to work and receive compensation in the United States.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced degree or equivalent professional experience or credentials related to the course topics.
Instructions
To apply to teach a BIGE course, please submit the following:
- A cover letter describing your areas of interest and expertise. At the top of the cover letter, please identify the specific module(s) you are interested in teaching. Applications that do not contain this information, called out clearly at the top of the cover letter, will not be considered.
- Resume or CV
- Names and contact information of up to three references. [optional]
Applications received by March 8, 2024, will receive priority consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits Information
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.
Commitment to Diversity
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).
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Disability Services
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