- Part-time
- Faculty
- Walden University
- Remote (US)
Job description
About Walden University
Walden University is a member of Adtalem Global Education (NYSE: ATGE). More than 50 years ago, Walden University was founded to support adult learners in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and communities. Students from across the U.S. and more than 115 countries are pursuing a certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree online at Walden. The university offers more than 100 online degree and certificate programs. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, hlcommission.org. For more information, please visit WaldenU.edu and WaldenFacts.com.
Visit WaldenU.edu for more information, and follow on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
WHAT TO EXPECT AS A WALDEN FACULTY MEMBER
Faculty members educate Walden University students by effectively and proficiently using online technology and resources so that knowledge, information, feedback, and critique are imparted to and shared with students in thoughtful, carefully formulated, well written, and timely communications. Faculty are required to grade assignments, participate in discussions, respond to student emails, use technology designed to enhance the learning experience for students. This is accomplished in an environment that is respectful of the student, the faculty member, Walden University, and the discipline in which the faculty member is involved.
TRAINING
All new faculty members receive specific training from Walden University in the techniques of online teaching; use of an electronic learning platform; specifics of the policies, procedures, and degree programs of the School or College in which they are going to teach; socialization into the Walden University culture; assessment of academic integrity of student work; and research supervision of theses and dissertations. Teaching and mentorship assignments are contingent upon successful completion of required training. During the first term of teaching, faculty members may be assigned a faculty peer mentor (senior colleague) as an extension of their new instructor training. Peer mentors will continue to support instruction and provide peer reviews of the classroom on a regular basis.
COURSE/ TEACHING AVAILABILITY
Faculty members are assigned courses, which are taught using Canvas, and are responsible for interacting with students within Canvas. Discussion Boards for classrooms are open 24 hrs/day, 7 days/wk. Faculty members are expected to be in the classroom a minimum of 4 days/wk and responses to student questions must be posted within 48 hrs. The university suggests regular and predictable availability, such as online office hours or regular online chats; office hours may be required based on program or college policy.
TOOLS/ TECHNICAL SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
LICENSING/ CERTIFICATION
Faculty Members must be appropriately credentialed, work currently as a AGPCNP/GNP/ANP, possess an earned degree from an accredited institution or recognized by a country's ministry of education in the discipline being taught, and may be expected to be licensed or license-eligible in order to teach in specific programs. Faculty Members must maintain their licenses and any appropriate certifications in order to continue to teach at Walden University. Faculty Members are also expected to maintain currency with research by reviewing articles, journals, and presentations. If participating in research, the Faculty Member may publish and acknowledge Walden University.
All NP faculty are required to obtain and maintain RN and APRN licensure in the state of Minnesota and must provide evidence of current Advanced Practice certification prior to hire as Nurse Practitioner Faculty at Walden University. A multi-state compact RN license, as well as active RN and APRN licensure in Arizona, Washington, Nevada, Alaska, and Oklahoma, is preferred but not required. This position may be eligible for bonus upon hire.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- Earned Doctorate (DNP or PhD) preferred.
- A record of professional scholarly contributions to their field of specialization.
- A minimum of one year’s experience of teaching in higher education, preferred online teaching, but not required.
- Current clinical experience in NP practice.
- Commitment to advocating for the learning and development needs of students earning their degrees in a distance learning environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication, leadership, team, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Board Certified AGPC/GNP/ANP
TRAVEL
Contributing faculty members may have the opportunity to travel to university events and residencies. When traveling to these events, the faculty member will be expected to fully participate in the event. For core faculty, there will be required travel throughout the year. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for 6–8 hours daily and
includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting (e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions as necessary).
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
Faculty members are expected to have a personal computer with virus protection and Internet access. Walden University provides a Walden e-mail account and access to the learning platform, password-protected faculty sections of the website, university and college listservs, and other faculty communications tools. Software Requirements include current Web browser (Internet Explorer ver. 9.0 or higher or Firefox ver. 19 or higher); Microsoft Office suite; Adobe Reader; Adobe Flash Player; Apple QuickTime; Windows Media Player; antivirus software (e.g., McAfee or Norton) installed, running, and kept current by promptly installing the upgrades and patches made available by the software manufacturer. Software versions are subject to change
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected compensation rate for this position is as follows:
- Graduate Course Instruction: $1,560 - $4,080 per Quarter or Semester, depending on type of course taught and length of course
- Undergraduate Course Instruction: $700 - $2,200 per quarter, depending on type of course taught and length of course
Actual pay may be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as type of course taught; experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Walden also offers other opportunities for its contributing faculty members, such as dissertation/doctoral study committee chair positions, research reviewing, and dissertation and doctoral study mentoring.
For more information regarding these opportunities, including the Faculty Compensation Schedule, please Click Here.
Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

Similar Jobs
Salary
Location
Remote
Job Type
Part-time
Location
Remote (US)
Category
Faculty
Institution
Walden University
Description
Opportunity at a Glance Contributing faculty members serve in a part-time capacity to educate Walden University Students by effectively and proficiently using online technology and resources so that
Reference
8127894f-278c-4516-b59b-dc88d223cfd3
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Fredericksburg, VA
Job Type
Part-time
Location
Fredericksburg
Category
Faculty
Institution
Chamberlain University
Description
Chamberlain College of Nursing seeks Part-Time Clinical Nursing Faculty interested in teaching with our BSN Nursing program. You will be mentoring BSN students in person at an inpatient clinical setti
Reference
af7acf7c-15e9-4db0-ab27-179729e540f3
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Montclair, CA
Job Type
Part-time
Location
Montclair
Category
Faculty
Institution
Chamberlain University
Description
Chamberlain College of Nursing seeks Part-Time Clinical Instructors interested in teaching students in our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program studying at our Irwindale, CA campus. You will be ment
Reference
d3b2aed2-1d28-4a43-a613-20fa2da6cd37
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Basseterre, Saint George Basseterre Parish
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Basseterre
Category
Faculty
Institution
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Description
Position Responsibilities:Serve as the primary veterinarian responsible for first-line medical care of all animals on campus. Collaborate with the Attending Veterinarian (AV) and RUSVM clinical facult
Reference
14ed4003-2e67-47f8-9b10-0d0698a9a3af
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Angelia Williams
Author
Angelia WilliamsSalary
Location
Basseterre, Saint George Basseterre Parish
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Basseterre
Category
Faculty
Institution
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Description
Position Overview: The successful candidate will join the Department of Biomedical Sciences and be a part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team (immunologists, bacteriologists, virologists, parasitolo
Reference
4930830a-3644-41b2-871d-96f8f4724c11
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Angelia Williams
Author
Angelia WilliamsSalary
Location
Richmond, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Richmond
Category
Faculty
Institution
Chamberlain University
Description
Are you passionate about shaping the future of healthcare? Chamberlain University is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant - Assistant Professor to join our new Richmond, CA, Master of Physician Ass
Reference
3eb8c2df-26bd-4aea-8d11-269c4da713a0
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Remote
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Remote (US)
Category
Faculty
Institution
Walden University
Description
Opportunity at a GlanceWalden's College of Health Sciences and Public Policy seeks a full-time public health core faculty to serve as a doctoral level course instructor, dissertation mentor, and conte
Reference
d8dc8178-0656-48d8-a6b5-a04ac86f431f
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Irving, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Irving
Category
Faculty
Institution
Chamberlain University
Description
Opportunity at a Glance Collaborating with academic partners, faculty and staff, the Specialist provides strategies and academic reinforcement to students throughout their academic program and as the
Reference
3ac2ce14-7892-4374-a715-2aeecdac73eb
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Maui, Hawaii
Job Type
Part-time
Location
Maui
Category
Faculty
Institution
Chamberlain University
Description
Chamberlain College of Nursing seeks Part-Time Clinical Nursing Faculty interested in teaching with our BSN Nursing program in Maui, Hawaii. You will be mentoring students in person at an inpatient cl
Reference
dd3a986f-f87f-4fec-842f-fe437c3a9854
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Peoria, IL
Job Type
Part-time
Location
Peoria
Category
Faculty
Institution
Chamberlain University
Description
Opportunity at a GlanceChamberlain College of Nursing has immediate need for qualified Pediatric Clinical Faculty (part-time) in our Bachelors of Science in Nursing program. Teaching is onsite (in cli
Reference
aa38ba33-71a7-44d7-b750-ee0f6a53177c
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” - MALCOLM X
We believe in empowering students to achieve their goals, find success and make inspiring contributions to our global community.
Find out more