Adjunct Global Campus Instructor - College Reading Strategies (Remote)Virtual, USA

The Adjunct Global Campus Instructor position is a part-time, temporary adjunct employment opportunity. The Adjunct Global Campus Instructor member perform duties relating to online instruction including but not limited to posting faculty guidance and expectations, participating in classroom discussion boards, grading assignments, and promptly responding to student inquiries. This is an online adjunct teaching position, and other duties may be assigned according to experience and qualifications.

The adjunct faculty member in College Reading Strategies will support students in developing the foundational reading and comprehension skills necessary for success in higher education. This role emphasizes teaching active reading strategies, critical thinking, and techniques for analyzing and synthesizing complex texts across disciplines. Faculty will guide students in improving reading fluency and applying study skills that enhance academic performance. The course equips students with the confidence and strategies to become independent, engaged readers who can navigate the demands of college-level coursework.

Special Instructions to Applicant: The application window is anticipated to close on Monday, June 08, 2026 (11:59 PM MST).

UAGC Adjunct Global Campus Instructors: You are not required to submit an application. Please contact FacultyScheduler@uagc.edu to discuss possibly getting this assignment added to your course approvals.

Essential Job Duties:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging online instruction.

• Connect the learning experience to workforce skills and professional advancement.

• Foster a supportive learning environment for adult learners.

• Prioritize student learning, achievement, and timely feedback.

• Maintain strong communication with students and respond promptly to inquiries.

• Ensure academic integrity and uphold university policies.

• Collaborate with academic support teams to enhance student experience.

• Creatively use available tools and strategies to enhance relationships, create a community of learners willing to take tasks and actively engage with one another.

• Provide instructive feedback that challenges and inspires students while providing specific suggestions to improve the quality of their work and thinking.

• Adhere to all faculty requirements such as facilitating and engaging in classroom discussion boards, grading assignments and discussions, and responding to student inquiries in a timely manner.

• Effectively and consistently utilize expertise in subject matter by providing personal experience and connecting course knowledge to real-world examples. Enhance course content and resources to encourage student comprehension and application of course learning outcomes.

• Participate in professional development as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of evidence-based strategies for improving reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills.

• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to engage and support diverse learners in an online or classroom environment.

• Ability to create inclusive, engaging, and supportive online learning environments that foster student success and belonging.

• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with diverse adult learners from varying backgrounds and academic preparedness levels.

• Ability to align academic content with workforce needs and industry trends to ensure program relevance and graduate preparedness.

• Skill in using educational technology and learning management systems to deliver high-quality online instruction and feedback.

• Ability to interpret student success data and use insights to improve teaching practices and curricular design.

• Commitment to a student-centered Culture of Care, including proactive outreach, timely feedback, and individualized support.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to foster student engagement and clarity in a remote learning environment.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and balance multiple responsibilities within a flexible, evolving work environment.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Education, Reading/Literacy, English, Communication, Social Science, or a closely related field.

• Demonstrated experience teaching or tutoring in reading, literacy development, or academic support at the secondary or postsecondary level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution in Education, Reading/Literacy, English, or a closely related field.

• College-level teaching experience in reading, literacy development, developmental education, or student success courses.

• Experience teaching and supporting adult learners, including those in online or nontraditional educational settings.

• Demonstrated success in integrating reading strategies with broader academic skills such as writing, studying, and critical analysis.

• Evidence of scholarly or professional engagement in literacy, developmental education, or student success initiatives.

Rate of Pay: $19.25 - $29.97

Compensation Type: Hourly at .475 Full-Time Equivalency (FTE)

Compensation Guidance:

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Career Stream: Adjunct Global Campus Instructor

Level: Chapter 3

Job Function: Instructional and Assessment Services

Job Family: UAGC Online Instructor

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) (https://clery.arizona.edu/asr) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu .

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