Part-time Basic Program Instructor

Department

Graham Non-Credit Instructors

About the Department

The Graham School is a one-of-a-kind intellectual community that brings the best of the University of Chicago to lifelong learners who are seeking discovery and discernment. Through an array of distinctive programs and courses in the Great Books, the liberal arts, and advanced leadership, we welcome learners who seek to deepen their understanding of the world and lead examined lives of purpose.

Job Summary

Basic Program instructors are part-time faculty who teach from a set, four-year curriculum of Western Civilization core texts of literature, philosophy, and science, and a set group of two-year Alumni sequences modeled on the core program. While a Basic Program instructor should have some area(s) of related expertise, they should be able, with sufficient preparation, to teach any part of the standard curriculum. Additionally, there will be opportunities to propose and lead courses from the instructor’s specific area(s) of expertise in the form of open or alumni courses.

All courses offered within the context of the Basic Program are text-driven and use the Socratic method of discussion and analysis. The teaching methodology is as much a hallmark of the Basic Program as is its curriculum of great books. Basic Program courses are offered in an online format as well as onsite at the Gleacher Center in downtown Chicago. Instructors are expected to be available and able to teach online as well as onsite.

Responsibilities

• Teaches sixteen (16) 1.5-hour course sections during the academic year, with a priority towards Basic Program Core and Alumni sequences as assigned by the Basic Program Chair. Course sections may be onsite or online, during regular program class hours.
• Attends monthly Basic Program Instructor staff meetings, and participates in professional development activities such as online training, pedagogy workshops, and staff retreats.
• Mentors new instructors and participates in professional development activities such as classroom observations.
• Represents the Graham School at public events, including new student orientation, Symposiums, and others.
• Performs initial and ongoing evaluation of students' academic abilities and/or teacher-designed assessments. Monitors and documents progress and participation.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of students' academic abilities and rates of achievements. Monitors and documents students' progress, participation, and attendance in class.
• Provides extra support for students outside the normal classroom hours, including tutorials and academic counseling and guidance services.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Advanced degree.​

Experience:

• Background teaching in Graham School Basic Program.​

Working Conditions

• This is a part-time, benefits eligible position.​

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Academic Affairs

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$29,114.27 - $37,677.29

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the