Expert teaching opportunities
Join our dynamic instructional team at Emory
At Emory Continuing Education, we thrive on the energy and expertise of innovative professionals like you. Are you passionate about sharing your knowledge with eager learners? We invite you to join us as an instructor.
We are currently seeking instructors for the following areas:- Design thinking, growth mindset, and innovation
- Effective listening
- Leadership skills
- Management skills
- Managing Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications
Purpose
Instructors are subject matter experts who are responsible for delivering courses on behalf of Emory Continuing Education to the public and/or corporate clients. Instructors typically use the curriculum provided by ECE, but on occasion may use their own curriculum with prior review and approval. Instructors are responsible for delivering curriculum in a compelling, effective manner. They must create exceptional classroom experiences for students by being responsive and engaging. Instruction may take place in courses designed to be delivered face-to-face, webinar, online, or a combination (hybrid).
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare thoroughly using content provided.
- Demonstrate excellent teaching skills and ability to engage students.
- Create an inclusive, welcoming learning environment.
- Keep the class on task by employing excellent classroom management strategies.
- Serve as an industry/content expert while keeping the focus on the curriculum.
- Address student questions throughout course and follow-up as needed.
- Maintain course schedule in accordance with course materials and lesson plans.
- Communicate with ECE staff as needed regarding scheduling, curriculum updates, recording/reporting, and evaluation feedback.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred. Those with bachelor’s degree and/or advanced certifications will also be considered.
- Currently working in, with a minimum of 5 years’ experience, the respective field/content area.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated skills using PowerPoint.
- Experience using video delivery (Zoom, Teams) desirable.
- Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
- Knowledge of adult learning and/or training principles highly desired.
How to Apply
Share your credentials and your area of expertise by emailing teach@ece.emory.edu or reaching out via our contact form. Please indicate which courses you would be interested in teaching.