Adjunct Faculty members at Covista play a vital role in educating Walden University students in the PhD Clinical Psychology program. Faculty deliver instruction through online, blended, and in-person formats, using asynchronous and synchronous methods to engage students and maintain academic excellence within Walden's educational framework.
What You'll Do
- Interact with students in asynchronous Discussion Boards
- Grade assignments
- Answer student questions
- Deliver 2 synchronous sessions during the quarter
- Provide in-person instruction for approximately 4-5 hours per day during the 7-day in-person component
- Participate in doctoral dissertation committees
- Engage in professional development and advising of students during the BAYR course sequence
- Teach at university doctoral residencies (optional for additional stipend)
- Facilitate school and university-wide discussions during residencies
- Provide thoughtful, well-written, and timely communications to students
- Adhere to all Walden University Faculty expectations
What We're Looking For
- Must be able to teach Blended Academic Year in Residence (BAYR) courses
- Must use Blackboard platform for course instruction
- Must deliver 2 synchronous sessions per quarter
- Must respond to student questions within 48 hours
- Must be available to travel to Minneapolis, MN for 7 days during the 12-week quarter
- Must participate in training provided by Walden University
- Must engage in doctoral dissertation committee participation
Technical Stack
- Blackboard
- www.turnitin.com
Team & Environment
- Respectful of students, faculty, Walden University, and the academic discipline
- Commitment to timely and thoughtful communication
- Support for new faculty through training and mentorship
- Emphasis on academic integrity and professional development
Benefits & Compensation
- Opportunity to teach at university doctoral residencies for an additional stipend
- Opportunity to mentor doctoral students for an additional stipend
- New faculty supported by Core Faculty during first taught course
- Specific training in teaching techniques, electronic learning platform use, university policies, academic integrity assessment, and research supervision
Covista is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Work Mode
Postings may be done at any time of day but must be completed timely per Faculty Handbook; regular and predictable availability suggested (e.g., online office hours). Role includes hybrid work with required travel to Minneapolis, MN for in-person instruction.
