Temporary Instructor, Editing
The University of Chicago

Department

PDC Instructors

About the Department

Innovative, career-driven learning experiences define University of Chicago Professional Education. In our commitment to spread the University's knowledge as broadly as possible, we offer impactful and flexible programs and courses that introduce individual and corporate audiences to up-to-the-minute research, the latest standards in their field, a new professional network, and the University of Chicago's rich intellectual community. Our instructors, seasoned professionals, all deliver unparalleled expertise drawn from years of industry experience. We give our students the tools to succeed in our fast-moving, interconnected world and achieve a competitive edge at any stage of their careers.
Job Information


Job Summary:

The University of Chicago Professional Education (UCPE) is dedicated to empowering learners with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to attain their professional goals. UCPE is collaborating with instructors with solid industry experience to develop or teach courses online for non-degree offerings that are responsive to learners' professional needs and aligned with best practices in adult education.

UCPE is currently seeking qualified applicants for adjunct instructors to teach online courses in the Editing Certificate Program in 2025. Current University faculty, staff, and professionals working in relevant positions outside the University are eligible to apply. This is a part-time position and does not include benefits. The salary range is $2,900 to $3,500 per quarter.

Programs in the following subject areas are of particular interest:

• Editing
  
• Copyediting and proofreading
  
• Developmental Editing
  
• Editing Electronically
  
• Grammar for Professionals
  

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate instruction according to syllabus requirements, including learning objectives, weekly topics, readings, and lesson plans for class content (lectures, exercises/activities, and/or guest presentations).
• Develop and execute class content (lectures, exercises/activities, homework assignments, and projects).
• Develop assignments and grading rubrics, which must minimally include assessment materials such as mid-term, final assignments, and course participation.
• Provide assessment for all assignments and activities as well as feedback, comments, and grades to students via the Canvas course site in a timely manner.
• Use Canvas, our virtual learning environment, for course management, content delivery, and student communication.
• For online instruction, adjunct instructors must plan and create content in conjunction with UCPE's online instructions and guidelines. Please note that adequate time and planning are required for this option.
• Available at least 1-2 hours per week outside the classroom to allow for adequate communication with students.
• Attend and conduct all synchronous sessions and meet the demands of the specific course format (hybrid, online) and support information sessions as needed.
• Fulfill administrative responsibilities related to course management, such as Canvas management, mandatory training sessions, meetings, etc.

Additional Requirements


Education, Experience or Certifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required in relevant field.
• Graduate-level degree with a minimum of 7 years of professional experience is strongly preferred.

Experience:

• Demonstrated in-depth expertise using the Chicago Manual of Style.
• Prior teaching experience with adult learners, especially within an online platform, is strongly preferred.
• Current University faculty, staff, and professionals working in relevant positions outside the University are encouraged to apply.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• This is a part-time position of approximately 15 hours per week.

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Two Professional References Contact Information
• Additional materials, such as past teaching evaluations or work samples (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Benefit Eligibility

No

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement

No
Pay Frequency

Monthly
Pay Range

Depends on Qualifications
Scheduled Weekly Hours

15
Union

Non-Union
Job is Exempt

Yes
Drug Test Required

No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No
Health Screen Required
No
Posting Date

2024-10-24
Remove from Posting On or Before

2025-04-24
Posting Statement:


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