Faculty - Academic Learning Specialist (Master's degree required)

Herzing University
United States, Wisconsin, Kenosha
Mar 28, 2025
Description If you are a current employee, faculty or adjunct instructor at Herzing University (not a Contractor or temporary employee through a staffing agency), please click here to log in to UKG and then navigate to Menu > Myself > My Company > View Opportunities to apply using the internal application process. The Academic Learning Specialist (ALS) is a faculty role with a specialized focus on student success through the provision and coordination of resources and support in both didactic and practical modalities. A primary focus of support is on students who are ESL or multi-lingual learners and the promotion of cultural awareness in the program. Instruction is limited to maximum of 15 contact hours per semester. The Academic Learning Specialist reports to the program chair. This is a full-time, benefits eligible, grant-funded opportunity for approximately 4 years and is expected to transition into a long term position. Requirements for Qualification Master's Degree with a preference for a degree in Education or Nursing, Doctorate preferred Active and unencumbered RN License for the state of Wisconsin This position requires individuals with knowledge and understanding of the professional career paths and demands of the nursing field, as well as, the ability to inspire students to the highest level of achievement in preparation for those career paths and employer demands. Those with motivation, integrity and enthusiasm for teaching, a willingness to embrace Herzing's mission and adapt to the needs to adult learners, will excel in this position. Summary of Primary Responsibilities The position's responsibilities fall into eight basic areas and serve as the basis for instructor hiring, evaluation and development. Subject Matter Expertise Effective Communication Pedagogical Mastery Operational Excellence Appreciation and Promotion of Diversity Assessment of Student Learning Utilization of Technology to Enhance Teaching and Learning Continuous Improvement These competencies, as identified by the University's academic community, encompass the knowledge, skills, and behaviors essential to a faculty member's success in the classroom and provide the basis for the faculty hiring, evaluation and development process. Herzing University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and is dedicated to fostering a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect. It provides an inclusive and collegial community where individuals are valued, heard and empowered to contribute to the effectiveness of the institution. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Ability to move about readily and rapidly, if necessary, around campus, classrooms, clinical settings, etc., to access classrooms, desks, students, office machinery, clinics, patients, etc. Constantly communicates using the spoken word with students, staff and colleagues. Visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. Operate equipment specific to programmatic track, personal computer, audio-visual equipment, clinical equipment, etc. Travel to off-site meetings or conferences or to observe students during clinical education at off-site clinical settings. In addition to the above requirements, for programs that include a clinical component, all faculty must be able to: Stand and/or walk for extended periods of time. Ability to reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects. Ability to see and hear within normal parameters. Lift up to 25 pounds. It is the university's practice to recruit and hire without discrimination because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. https://www.herzing.edu/about/diversity Herzing University prohibits sex-based discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix.