Integrated Physical Science Instructor-General Education

Western Governors University Online/Remote — USA

Western Governors University Online/Remote USA Posted Nov 20, 2025 Due Nov 18, 2026

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Position: Full-Time Faculty – Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $71,300 – $107,000 per year
Location: Remote/Home Office
Posted: 11/19/2025
Job Number: JR-023562
Category: Chemistry;
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WGU seeks full-time, student-focused faculty to develop and deliver competency-based, online instruction in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science
. Faculty support student success through one-to-one coaching, virtual instruction, and facilitation of student communities.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop instructional materials aligned with course competencies and learning objectives

Facilitate virtual, one-to-many instructional events and one-to-one coaching

Support peer collaboration and engagement in online student communities

Apply data and student profiles to identify needs and provide proactive support

Use adult learning principles to build student competency in a virtual environment

Engage in continuous professional development

Minimum:

Master’s degree in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science

Demonstrated subject‑matter expertise

Ability to work flexible student‑centered schedules (evenings and at least one weekend day)

Willingness to attend and travel for organizational events

Preferred:

Doctorate (Ph.D. or EdD) in relevant field

5+ years teaching experience in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science

3–5 years K-12 teaching experience within the last 5 years

Experience with online/distance education

Strong communication and relationship‑building skills

Ability to adapt instructional materials to diverse student needs

Proficiency in designing presentations, assessments, and learning experiences

Skilled at facilitating virtual synchronous and asynchronous learning

Experience with student coaching, encouragement, and competency‑building

Bonuses, medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Life, disability, accident, and critical illness coverage

Retirement savings plan

Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, parental leave up to 12 weeks

WGU is committed to diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.