Part-Time Teaching Faculty China Programs

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Part-Time Teaching Faculty, China Programs

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Part-Time Teaching Faculty

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Department:

China Programs

Locations:

Seattle, WA

Posted:

Mar 29, 2023

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Part-time

Position ID:

160583

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About City University of Seattle:

City University of Seattle (CityU) is a distinguished and comprehensive private nonprofit university and an affiliate of the National University System. We are dedicated to providing accessible, achievable higher education to adult learners. As a pioneer in digital learning, we have been delivering online education for over 40 years. CityU is ranked by the U.S. News & World Report among the top for online bachelor's degree programs and among the top online programs for veterans in the U.S. CityU prides itself on having a completion rate of twice the national average, according to data from the Chronicle of Higher Education.

CityU has over 20 locations in the Northwest and worldwide. Many of our degree, certificate, and endorsement programs are offered online, in-person, mixed-mode, and in performance-based formats. Aside from its flagship campus and headquarters in Seattle, CityU offers programs in Canada, China, the Czech Republic, Mexico, Slovakia, Switzerland, and Vietnam.

Job Description:

Join a team of fellow professionals who teach in City University of Seattle's China partner programs and take your expertise on the road. Travel to teach the discipline and skill set you've developed and now want to share on-site in the English-language MBA program at the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) in Beijing or English-language undergraduate programs at Shenzhen Polytechnic College (SZPT) or Zhejiang Financial College (ZFC) in Hangzhou. Successful candidates will have the experience and credentials in their disciplines to create highly engaging student experiences, delivering their part of an integrated partner program representing an international point of view on business and technology.

Part-time Teaching Faculty at City University of Seattle has three key responsibilities

Striving for excellence in teaching and learning,

Fostering student development, and

Maintaining currency in their profession.

MBA courses in the CityU/UIBE program are taught in full-day sessions over two consecutive weekends (office hours/free time during weekdays). Responsibilities include university and learning system orientation, class preparations, teaching on-site in the country, grading assignments, and grade reporting.

Representative courses in CityU/UIBE MBA in Global Leadership program:

Global Business Communication/Research

Project Management and Prioritization

Managing with Technology

Applied Marketing

People and Systems in Organizations

Environmental and Corporate Responsibility

International Human Resource Management

Courses in the undergraduate programs meet for full weekdays for two weeks. Responsibilities include university and learning system orientation, pre-course preparations, teaching on-site in the country, grading, and after-class grade reporting.

Representative courses in the CityU/ZFC Bachelor of Arts in Management/International Business program:

Critical Thinking

Professional Communication

Organizational Communication

International Management

Representative courses in the CityU/SZPT Bachelor of Arts in Management/International Logistics program:

The Effective Organization

Operations Management

International Trade Logistics

Principles of Marketing

Representative courses in the CityU/SZPT Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems program:

Web Design

Operating Systems

Information Security

IT Service Management

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Master's degree with professional credentials in fields related/relevant to the course topics.

Five (undergrad) to eight (MBA) minimum years of professional/managerial/leadership experience in at least one of the course topics.

Three to five years of instructional experience in higher education or professional learning and development. Recent experience with online teaching and learning.

Commitment to learning and teaching and staying current with the current practices and innovations in relevant industries and disciplines.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and learning management systems in support of quality teaching and learning.

Ability to communicate analytical concepts tangibly and intuitively.

Proficient in teamwork and coordination as part of a globally dynamic and diverse team.

Excellent oral and written English proficiency and interpersonal skills. Must relate to and communicate with diverse students, faculty, and staff.

A fundamental understanding of the needs and interests of Chinese students, as well as their learning style and way of thinking.

Some knowledge of Chinese culture and a positive attitude toward Chinese people.

Ability to present an engaging and professional image for the university.

Additional Information:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions of the hands or wrists.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, grasp or handle, stoop or bend, and reach.

Working Conditions:

The working conditions described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work is generally performed indoors in a typical office setting. Remote work may be needed.

Weekend hours may be required depending on class availability

International travel required.

Support and Compensation:

CityU provides the following each time the instructor is invited to teach a course session:

Invitation, Visa sponsorship, and application.

$5,000 fixed fee, dependent upon student enrollment and class structure.

Per-diem stipend and travel expenses.

Program support for instructional development and teaching administration.

Additional information regarding logistics will be provided during interviews and onboarding.

Application Instructions:

City University of Seattle accepts applications through this online process only. For consideration, please submit a complete application packet. A complete application includes the following:

Completed Electronic Application Form

Resume

Cover letter describing course(s) you feel most qualified to teach, qualifications for the courses, and reasons for interest in the work

Current references of at least three individuals who can speak to your classroom performance

Once you have created a profile, please remember to record your password. Responses will be sent to your Interview Exchange account if you use the 'Help Desk' feature. A hiring manager will contact candidates with qualifications and experience most aligned with current needs. Once the position is filled, you will see a status update in your account profile.

If you encounter technical problems while applying for a position, please use the 'Help Desk' feature in your Interview Exchange account to submit the issue to technical support. For non-technical issues or questions, please email employment@cityu.edu.

City University of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer and is continuously working to build a diverse faculty and staff. City University strongly encourages inquiries from all qualified individuals interested in becoming part of the CityU team, including women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

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