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Subject Matter Course Instructors (Boston)

Northeastern University

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#Higher Education#Curriculum#Pedagogy#Sociology#Experiential Learning#ESL#Macroeconomics#Calculus#Microeconomics
#Philosophy
#American History
#International Students
Part TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$3,418 / YEARPosted 1 month ago

Location

Boston, Massachusetts

Salary

$3,418 / YEAR

Quick overview

Instruct semester-based courses in subjects such as Economics, Sociology, History, Government, Philosophy, and Mathematics for international students. Collaborate with peers to implement student success strategies and foster an inclusive university community.

Requirements summary

Requires a Master's degree in a related field (PhD preferred) and at least two years of teaching experience in higher education. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to student success and the ability to work with global student populations.

postgraduate degreeCurriculum DevelopmentPedagogyInstructional DesignCross-Cultural CommunicationStudent Success StrategiesHigher Education Teaching

Job description

  • About the Opportunity The College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University invites applications for a non-tenure track position as a Subject Matter Course Instructor for the NU Global program on the Boston campus.
  • NU Global is a leader in innovative educational programs for international students.
  • We offer ESL and content courses to help prepare students for undergraduate and graduate studies at Northeastern University.
  • The College of Professional Studies is one of ten colleges of Northeastern University, a nationally ranked private research university.
  • Founded in 1960, the College provides lifelong experiential learning that unleashes the capacities of aspiring individuals in all stages and walks of life.
  • The College teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on campus and online in more than 90 programs.
  • Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future.
  • Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.
  • Responsibilities Qualified candidates must be prepared to work with global student populations.
  • Semester-based courses include Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Sociology of Boston, American History, American Government, Philosophy, Technology & Human Values, Precalculus, Calculus 1 and Calculus 2.
  • Schedules vary, with teaching loads from three to eighteen hours per week.
  • Qualifications Master’s degree in related field, PhD candidates preferred At least two years of experience teaching in a higher education environment Demonstrated commitment to student success Ability and willingness to collaborate with peers on student success strategies Application Materials Applicants should submit materials including a cover letter and vitae.
  • Successful faculty at Northeastern will be dynamic and innovative scholars with a record of teaching excellence and a commitment to fostering belonging in the university community.
  • Thus, strong candidates for this faculty position will have the expertise, knowledge, and skills to build their pedagogy, and curriculum in ways that reflect and enhance this commitment.
  • Please indicate how your expertise, knowledge, and skills have prepared you to contribute to this work in your cover letter.
  • Please direct questions to Ilka Kostka at i.kostka@northeastern.edu.
  • Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
  • Position Type Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Pay Range: The per credit rate is $3,417.98. Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact. Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions. The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver. Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment. Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Retirement
  • Wellness & Life
  • Commuting & Transportation

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The Department of Chemical Engineering at Northeastern University is a community of scholars comprised of faculty, graduate students, undergraduate students, cooperative associates and staff. Our community shares a commitment to promote excellence in education and research...

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IndustryHigher Education
TypeEducational
Size51-200 employees
HQBoston, Massachusetts
Founded1909

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Boston instructor role needs advanced credentials

In Massachusetts, higher education instructor roles are often competitive because schools look for advanced subject expertise, prior teaching experience, and the ability to support diverse student populations. This position stands out for requiring a master’s degree in a related field, with a PhD preferred, plus at least two years of higher education teaching experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to show student-success experience and global classroom experience.

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