Share Email Opening Title Adjunct Faculty - IT / Software Development (Fully remote)  About the Organization Peirce College is a private, nonprofit institution located in Philadelphia with undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in a wide range of programs that are offered entirely online and designed around the unique needs of busy adults. Peirce is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, and is the only college or university in Pennsylvania dedicated exclusively to serving adults. Peirce College was established in 1865 as Union Business College to provide career-focused education for soldiers returning from the Civil War and was one of the country's first schools to embrace women as students. Today, Peirce continues its tradition of serving the unique needs of working adults and employers through the ongoing evolution of programs that provide students with academic excellence, flexibility, stackable credentials, and personalized support. In addition to online courses, students can earn credit for college level knowledge gained through years of work, professional and military training and other experiences. Our Mission We empower adult learners to improve their lives by achieving career goals through academic offerings aligned with evolving workforce needs. Our Vision Be a transformational leader focused on providing adult learners with innovative academic programs through flexible delivery options and dynamic partnerships.   Description Peirce College is seeking adjunct faculty to provide a quality learning environment and facilitate student mastery of course and program outcomes through instruction that is practical, work-based, and career-focused within our Information Technology programs. Instructional emphasis will be on Software Development topics and courses. Adjuncts report to the Program Manager, Faculty Chair, and/or Dean of their respective program(s) and may take direction from the Dean, Academic Operations and Faculty Development (Dean). In the absence of the Program Manager, Faculty Chair, and/or Dean, EAdjuncts report directly to the Dean, Academic Operations and Faculty Development. Essential Functions: Instructs and prepares all course-related activities to include syllabus updates, use of course companion web site, lesson planning, and assessment. Accurately and promptly reports records, including student attendance, withdrawals, grades, resolving incomplete grades, and any other data as deemed necessary. Provides reasonable availability to students and hosting weekly office hours are strongly encouraged. For online courses, weekly synchronous instruction is required. Provides internal and external student service to include 24-hour response time (Monday-Friday) to students, fellow faculty members, and staff. Attends and actively participates in in-service/professional development activities/workshops, and other meetings which may be assigned. To remain active, Adjuncts must participate in annual development as required by the Academic Operations and Faculty Support Department. Other functions and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications and Experience: Master’s degree in Information Technology. Doctorate/terminal degree or approved equivalent. A minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience in higher education and/or other related experience.  Industry-level software development certification desired with a minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in software application development preferred. Experience teaching in online and hybrid course formats preferred. Experience using a Learning Management System for instruction, i.e. Canvas LMS, preferred. Full awareness and understanding of outcomes-based education, participatory and work-based learning, as well as adult learning theory and principles. Proficiency in Windows operating environment as well as the knowledge of or ability to learn virtual conferencing/meeting applications, Google Workplace, and Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrated ability to: work independently and as part of a team in a rapidly changing environment; work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; listen carefully, to interpret accurately, and to respond appropriately to a high volume of requests; and, maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality with all aspects of the job duties.  Working Conditions (including Physical and Mental Demands): Work is performed in a remote/virtual setting (unless otherwise notated). Regular use of the computer and phone for most aspects of the job functions. Access to a computer, Internet access, and an email account are required. Requires the ability to occasionally travel to local offices, meetings, and/or events, if deemed necessary, which may result in exposure to other temperatures and environments.   Involves frequent, and at times, intense contact with members of the College Community, especially students. Management of multiple high priority items can often be described as stressful due to the number of requests/projects due simultaneously. Work hours/course schedules may change based on the needs of the College.   Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Open Date 4/20/2023   EOE Statement Peirce College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal opportunity in all employment decisions, policies, and practices. The College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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