Volunteer Instructor

University of the People (UoPeople), a non-profit dedicated to opening access to higher education is currently seeking Volunteer Instructors with fluency in either English or Arabic language to teach undergraduate courses in English Language Learning(ELL).

Your service as a Volunteer Instructor will support UoPeople’s global mission to offer affordable, quality, online, degree-granting educational programs to any qualified student. Instructors should plan for a weekly commitment of around 15 hours of volunteering for the duration of the nine-week UoPeople term. The University will issue modest expense reimbursements to Volunteer Instructors ($300 to teach one course and $600 for two courses) in appreciation for their generous contributions toward our mission. This is intended to cover expenses associated with teaching such as internet service, subscriptions, or other materials.

**Position Description**:
**Essential Responsibilities**:

- Devote approximately 15 hours per course per week.
- Maintain an instructor presence in the course with frequent check-ins and timely responsiveness to students.
- Communicate effectively with diverse student populations and global administration.
- Regularly check in with the Office of Faculty Affairs regarding any course issues.
- Monitor course grades and finalize grades by deadlines.
- Model sensitivity to a diverse student population, representing the full spectrum of cultural, political, socio-economic, and religious backgrounds.

**Qualifications**:

- The minimum degree requirement is a master's degree with a Ph.D. preferred in the discipline.
- Master's degree in any discipline with a TESOL certificate.
- Online teaching experience preferred, but not necessary.
- Fluency is English or Arabic language

**How to Join**

University of the People is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

**Job Types**: Part-time, Temporary

Expected hours: No less than 15 per week

**Education**:

- Post-Graduate (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

License/Certification:

- B2 (preferred)