Employment opportunities

Northwestern College is seeking qualified part-time faculty to teach online courses in the teacher education department for appointment on a term-by-term, as-needed basis. Online faculty will teach remotely through Northwestern College’s online learning platform, Blackboard. Online courses follow the traditional academic schedule--fall and spring courses are 16 weeks, and summer courses are 8 weeks in length.

Minimum requirements

· Minimum of a master’s degree, doctorate preferred, in early childhood or early childhood special education from a regionally accredited institution

· Minimum of 3 years teaching experience in an early childhood setting

· Superior written communication and interpersonal skills

· Experience with online learning; teaching experience preferred

· Adept with technology, including the Internet, learning management systems and Microsoft Office programs. Blackboard experience a plus.

· Must own a reliable portable computer with Internet connection

· Flexible schedule; must be willing to work with students outside of the traditional workday

· Highly self-directed

Job description

· Compile and deliver content for online asynchronous delivery

· Develop relevant learning activities and aligned assessments appropriate for online learning

· Engage students through active discussions and collaborative learning experiences

· Provide rich and timely feedback on student assessments

· Regularly interact with students outside of the traditional workday

· Facilitate academic, personal and spiritual growth

· Interact and collaborate with full-time NWC content-area faculty

Northwestern seeks candidates with an authentic Christian faith who will support the college’s mission, Reformed and evangelical identity, and commitment to Christian liberal arts as expressed in our Vision for Learning. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to deanoffaculty@nwciowa.edu, and complete an application for employment (available below).