Visiting Professor of Sociology

DeVry University

. Teach undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of fields .

Posted 10/3/2026part-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $1,500 - $2,700 per weekWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, developing course materials, and integrating responsible AI technologies in the classroom. Strong commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology and digital literacy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In SociologyMaster's Degree In Environmental Science18 Graduate Credit Hours In SubjectOutstanding Communication SkillsSubject Matter Expertise

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Hard Skills

Course DevelopmentSyllabus CreationLesson PlanningExam PreparationGradingStudent FeedbackTeaching TechniquesDigital LiteracyResponsible AI IntegrationOngoing Professional Development

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationEngagementOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Online TechnologiesCourse-Related SoftwareWebsitesEmailOnline Discussions

Industry Keywords

AccreditationFaculty DevelopmentTerminal Course ObjectivesInstructional TechnologyGraduate-Level Transcripts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of fields
Facilitate student learning by teaching courses and programs in accordance with DeVry University requirements
Develop course syllabi and lesson plans and apply teaching techniques to achieve course and programmatic objectives
Participate in faculty training and ongoing faculty development activities
Develop and provide an approved DeVry University syllabus following the local campus template and including terminal course objectives
Organize, prepare, and regularly revise and update course materials
Use online technologies and course-related software, including websites, email, and online discussions
Model effective oral and written communications that engage students and improve learning
Set clear course expectations, including objectives, assignment/examination dates, and evaluation weighting
Ensure exam content and level correspond to course terminal objectives
Prepare and grade exams consistently and fairly and provide timely student feedback
Integrate responsible AI technologies in the classroom
Recognize, evaluate, and address appropriate and inappropriate student use of AI tools
Complete other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

A master's degree in Sociology or Environmental Science is required
18 graduate credit hours in the subject being taught
Applicants must upload unofficial graduate-level transcripts with their application
Degrees must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation
Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply
Requisite subject matter expertise
Outstanding communication skills
Commitment to ongoing professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices
A doctorate is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive faculty training program
Ongoing faculty development activities
Professional development in instructional technology, digital literacy, and responsible AI practices