Adjunct Faculty (online) - Doctor of Education Program

The Doctor of Education (EdD) program in the Graduate Department of Education (GDE) is seeking qualified candidates who are enthusiastic about educational research and teaching for ongoing part-time online adjunct instructor positions. Teaching assignments will vary based on departmental needs.

This position is open to candidates in the St. Louis metro region and to current Webster University employees at US domestic extended sites. This position does not offer sponsorship of a work visa.

Candidates are expected to perform the following essential duties:

• Maintain current knowledge of the discipline.
• Present course material in a clear, organized manner using methodologies appropriate to the discipline and online environment.
• Explain course expectations clearly to students.
• Adhere to the GDE bylaws/handbook, as well as the University’s Institutional Review Board’s professional guidelines about conducting research.
• Adhere to all university safety policies regarding classroom equipment and materials.
• Grade assigned papers, quizzes, examinations, or projects with rubrics in a timely manner so that students may benefit from the feedback.
• Provide students with individualized help and consultation to meet students’ learning needs.
• Meet administrative requirements and deadlines such as those for submitting course syllabi, conducting student course evaluations, and submitting final grades.
• Use technology as established and communicated by the University to carry out the administrative duties associated with teaching.
• Work with the EdD Director on course curriculum revisions and finding academic references and resources for developing and updating the assigned course.
• Meet with students via zoom or other video conferencing apps in groups or one-on-one for student advising and mentorship.
• Regular small group zoom meetings with students are required for the assigned courses. No extra payment is associated with the zoom meetings.
• Willingness to collaborate with faculty in the GDE, EdD Director, and doctoral students for educational research projects.