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

All instructors are employed at the discretion of the Dean of the Graham School, as advised by the Chair of the Basic Program and the Director of Academics. The Instructor is free to teach sections over and above the amount required for this position, including summer teaching, and to receive appropriate compensation for those sections over and above their salary for the position.

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

Responsibilities

Responsible for sixteen (16) course units during the academic year (Autumn, Winter and Spring quarters). At least 12 of these course units should be teaching sections (1.5 hours of classroom time), onsite or online, during regular program class hours. The other 4 course units can be either teaching sections or course development units. If an instructor uses course development units in one quarter, the expectation is that the course that results will be offered in the next available quarter (given administrative deadlines, that would mean not the following, but the next quarter). Two (2) course development units are the maximum per course developed.Develops and teaches at least one new alumni or OTA course each year.  Performs teaching duties in a professional manner and communicates promptly and professionally with Program staff.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. Offers at least one First Friday lecture annually. Participates in general course development and review processes. Assists in curricular planning for events.Works independently and guides work of groups of students throughout the academic year. Interprets issues faced by students, and provides academic and professional advising.Participates in staff meetings and a range of social and academic program events.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:

Minimum 5 years experience teaching in the Graham School Basic Program. 

Working Conditions

This is a part-time position of approximately 20 hours per week.

​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

$29,114.37 - $37,677.42

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 Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

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