Bilingual Online Part-Time Management Faculty
American Public University System
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Job Description
About American Public University System
American Public University System (APUS) is an Online University based in Charles Town, WV, serving over 100,000 students. Our emphasis is on educating our nation's military and public services communities with quality and affordable education. APUS provides partnership and commitment in helping students realize the dream of a higher education and the opportunities that brings.
The Opportunity: Bilingual Online Part-Time Management Faculty
APUS is seeking dedicated Bilingual Online Part-Time Management Faculty fluent in both English and Spanish. This role involves teaching courses predominantly in Spanish, supporting a diverse student population, and fostering academic excellence within the Community of Inquiry Framework. Faculty play a vital role in engaging, challenging, and supporting students in a rewarding online learning environment, contributing to effectiveness and excellence in teaching and student retention.
Faculty Responsibilities & Expectations
- Complete the “Engaging the First‐Year Student Certification” course (APUS110) within six months of the hire date.
- Graduate Faculty must complete the Graduate Faculty Certification (APUS501) within 90 days of hire.
- Comply with and be bound by all APUS policies regarding work product and intellectual property rights as outlined in relevant handbooks and course assignments.
- Maintain expertise in your discipline and adhere to APUS guidelines, processes, and methods.
- Remain responsive to mentoring and coaching that fosters ongoing professional growth.
- Perform duties in a remote, professional working environment of your choice.
Required Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Administration, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Proficiency testing will be part of the application process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in English and Spanish with the ability to convey complex information clearly and accurately across diverse audiences.
- College-level teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five years of experience in leading or managing an organization.
- Online teaching experience.
- Experience supporting or engaging with Spanish-speaking students.
- Record of excellence in teaching.
Areas of Expertise
- Demonstrated organizational leadership/management experience.
- Organizational Research.
Application & Hiring Process Notes
- When applying, upload a CV and a copy of unofficial transcripts (master's degree and above).
- Applicants selected to proceed with conferred degrees from foreign institution(s) will require a course-by-course evaluation by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) approved agency, at the applicant's expense.
- Proficiency testing in both English and Spanish will be a mandatory part of the application process to confirm required language fluency levels.
Compensation & Benefits
Information regarding APUS faculty benefits can be found on our careers page.
Key skills/competency
- Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Business Administration
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Online Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Student Engagement
- Mentoring
- Organizational Research
- Higher Education
How to Get Hired at American Public University System
- Research American Public University System's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Showcase bilingual proficiency: Emphasize your English and Spanish fluency and ability to teach in Spanish in your resume and cover letter.
- Highlight online teaching expertise: Detail your experience with virtual learning environments, student engagement, and digital pedagogical tools.
- Tailor your application documents: Customize your CV to clearly demonstrate your doctoral degree in Management and college-level teaching experience.
- Prepare for language assessments: Anticipate and practice for the required English and Spanish proficiency tests to confirm your fluency.
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