Visiting Professor - English

Posted Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM

We are seeking industry professionals to teach and share their knowledge and experience with undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of fields.

• Courses meet once or twice a week for eight weeks.
• Face‑to‑face interaction is blended with technology (such as online discussions and online assignments) for an enhanced learning environment.
• Commitment is on a course by course basis.

• Develop and provide students with an approved DeVry University syllabus that follows a template established by the local campus, and which includes the terminal course objectives.
• Organise, prepare, and regularly revise and update all course materials.
• Use appropriate technological options for online technologies and course‑related software, including websites, e‑mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.
• Model effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
• Set clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examination dates, and weighting the distribution of various evaluation categories.
• Ensure that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.
• Demonstrate consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of exams, and provide timely feedback to students.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• A master’s degree is required for all faculty positions (with 18 graduate hours in the subject being taught for undergraduate teaching).
• Additional requirements driven by state licensing or accreditation considerations may apply.
• Faculty must have requisite subject‑matter expertise and outstanding communication skills.
• Faculty must also have excellent motivational and instructional skills in a diverse and non‑traditional environment.
• Must be able to work in a collaborative manner and facilitate the efforts of diverse groups.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Visiting Professor pay is based on degree, credit hours taught per 8‑week session, and location. DeVry University does not guarantee any specific number of work hours or assignments, which may vary based on the University’s needs and discretion.

• Pay may vary in most states from $1,500–$2,700 per 8‑week session.
• Pay in the states of AZ, CA, IN and PA is paid at an hourly rate of either $22.00 /hour or $23.50 /hour.

DeVry University offers competitive wages and benefit options, including:

• 401(k) and Roth Plan w/ match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Advocacy Service
• Family and Domestic Partner Coverage
• Tax Savings Account (FSA and HSA)
• Short‑Term/Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Life, Accident, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
• Fertility Coverage
• Wellness Programs
• Remote and Flex Work Options
• Paid Tuition Program
• Auto/Homeowners, Pet and Legal Insurance
• Exclusive Discount Programs
• Adoption Assistance
• Mental Health Care Programs
• Family Care Services
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Benefits vary based on employment status. Part‑time/Visiting Professors positions may not be eligible for all benefits.

We accept applications for this role on an ongoing basis.

We believe that a vibrant and collaborative workplace is essential to our educational mission and the success of our community. We are committed to a workplace environment where all colleagues feel valued, respected, and supported.