Western Governors University Looking for Networking (Net +) Part-Time Instructor Full Time

Job Type: Part time

Job Number: JR-009925

Location: Home Office

If
you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you’re committed to working hard to play
your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher
education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of
student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from
academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students
graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

Job Description

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This is a part-time 20 hour per week position with the potential for expansion during peak times.**

Position
Summary:

Student learning is the primary responsibility of WGU faculty. Instructors are subject matter experts who
teach and mentor students when students engage in their assigned courses.  Instructors vary the type, length, and intensity of instructional
methods based upon student needs. Instructors work on a team to support an assigned group of students and offer specialized instruction on
challenging topics. Using technology, Instructors interact with students in both group and one-on-one settings. As part of WGU’s
disaggregated faculty model, Instructors provide their expertise and collaborate with the faculty who are responsible for developing and
evaluating courses and assessments.

Time Expectations: 

Part-Time hourly Instructors are expected to work
approximately 20 hours per week but on occasion may vary somewhat, depending on the needs of the assigned group of learners. The role is not
expected to exceed 29 hours per week.  

Department-specific Time Expectations: 

Each department will have specific days
and times that coverage is needed.  Please ensure you are aware of the required time commitment and proposed work schedule.     

Compensation Expectations: 

This role is paid hourly and bi-weekly.  The employee will be required to enter all hours
worked in an accurate and timely manner.   

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Acts as a steward
  for carrying out WGU’s mission and strategic vision by demonstrating effective and consistent commitment to learner-centered,
  competency-based educational support.
• Provides expertise in assigned content area and maintains current knowledge in their
  field.
• Fosters student learning through innovative, effective teaching practices.
• Responds with urgency to meet student
  needs and communicates professionally and respectfully with students and all other members of the WGU community.
• Offers timely
  support and outreach to students.
• Uses technology-based teaching and communication platforms to aid students in the development of
  competencies.
• Collaborates with other professionals within the university to promote a positive, student-obsessed
  atmosphere.
• Participates in all required training activities.
• Responds with urgency to changing requirements, priorities,
  and short deadlines.
• Consistently exhibits WGU Leadership Principles.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as
  the position evolves.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to customize instructional
  support for learners with a variety of needs and educational backgrounds.
• Must demonstrate technological competency: Proficiency in
  Microsoft Office (or similar) applications, virtual instructional platforms, and student management systems.
• Extraordinary customer
  service orientation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present information clearly, concisely, and
  accurately; friendly, persuasive speaking and writing style. 
• Well organized – conscientious and detail oriented. 

• Ability to use data to make decisions.
• Strong understanding, acceptance, adherence, and promotion of the tenets of
  competency-based education in the WGU model.

Job Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate Degree in IT is required for this role.
• Must have Network+ Certification.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience
  providing student support and instruction.
• Extensive industry experience in the field of networking.
• Demonstrated ability to
  work with diverse learner profiles.
• Ability to work a student-friendly schedule (evenings/weekends).

Department
Specific Minimum Qualifications:

• Separate qualifications and/or licensure may be required for some degree
  programs.
• State and/or federal legislative requirements and/or college accreditation requirements may apply to maintain the
  necessary credentialing for this role. 
• Qualifications and/or licensure/certifications vary by degree programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong experience with distance education and distance learning students is
  preferred.
• CCNA Certification.

Competencies: 

Organizational or Student Impact:

• Accountable for decisions that impact individual students.
• Creates or facilitates learning experiences that support students
  ‘attainment of knowledge and skills. 
• With specific guidance from senior faculty and program leaders, acts independently in
  executing teaching practice.

Problem Solving & Decision Making:

• Works on diverse matters of limited
  complexity 
• This position receives general direction from their immediate supervisor or manager.
• Able to effectively utilize
  resources to address student concerns and inquiries.
• Supports student needs to help them achieve course or program outcomes at the
  individual student level.
• Individual follows university and department established policies and best practices.

Communication & Influence:

• Communicates with students as appropriate to support student questions and needs.
• This
  role communicates with fellow faculty members as appropriate within and outside of the department.
• Expected to provide feedback
  regarding discipline and practice leadership.

Leadership & Talent Management

• Considered a contributing and
  collegial team member.
• Individual adheres to learning and operational quality guidance and instructions.
• Supports
  initiatives within the area of specialty. 
• Displays a positive attitude toward change and supports change management
  practices.

Disclaimer: This Job Description has been designed to indicate the general nature, essential duties, and
responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It does not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties,
responsibilities, and qualifications that are required of the employee to do this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change
at any time with or without notice. This Job Description does not constitute a contract of employment and the University may exercise its
employment-at-will rights at any time.

As an equal opportunity employer, WGU recognizes that our strength lies in our people. We
are committed to diversity.

As an equal opportunity employer, WGU recognizes that our strength lies in our people. We are
committed to diversity.