professor Columbus, OH
Job description
Franklin University, located in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach a graduate level Advanced Learning Strategies course. This 6-week course will be taught face-to-face during the day at our downtown Columbus, Ohio campus beginning with our fall term.
This course introduces new international students to a variety of cultural concepts germane to university life and graduate student expectations in the United States. Students will explore issues of individualism, academic integrity, communication, conflict resolution, and relationship building in academic and professional U.S. contexts. Concepts will be applied to practice-based scenarios using case studies, interactive activities, external interviews, writing assignments, and self-reflection.
Requirements for this position include a minimum of a master’s degree and daytime availability. We seek someone with experience with non-native speakers of English/international students in either an advisory, mentorship, or teaching capacity. Must have cultural sensitivity and demonstrated success in communicating across cultures. The selected individual will have the ability to enhance students’ experience on campus with academics, career building, social integrations, and cultural adjustment. The position requires someone with thorough knowledge of the higher education context, university departments, student support mechanisms and first year success programs. Basic knowledge of job search skills such as interviewing, resume and cover letter writing, and LinkedIn as well as basic understanding of OPT/CPT programs would be pluses in this position.
Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
About Franklin University
Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master’s and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 50,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.
Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.
