Subject Matter Expert- Writing & Professional Skills

About the LE3 Program

The Learn and Earn in 3 (LE3) program is a reimagined undergraduate model for full-time working adults. Students earn a B.S. in Organizational Leadership and Development in 2.5-3 years while remaining employed full time.

LE3 uses a focused quarter structure designed for depth and application:

Academic courses run in 4-week blocks, with students taking one course at a time
• Each quarter includes a 12-week Professional Skills Seminar focused on durable skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and self-advocacy
• Courses are fully virtual and blend asynchronous learning with one intentional live session per week

LE3 faculty are partners in student success, helping students connect learning to their professional lives and apply skills immediately at work.

Position Overview

This role is a hybrid Subject Matter Expert and Adjunct Faculty position.

Primary responsibility:

• Design two LE3 courses (one academic writing course and one Professional Skills Seminar).

Secondary responsibility:

• Teach one 4-week writing course (anticipated Spring 2026 term).

This is an ideal role for an educator-practitioner who enjoys course design, applied teaching, and working with adult learners.

Courses to Be Designed

ENG 250 - Write with Impact: Clarity, Confidence, and Authenticity (5 QH)

A 4-week applied writing course focused on clear, credible communication for academic, professional, and leadership contexts.

Core elements include:

• Practical, audience-centered writing across genres
• Revision and feedback as core learning practices
• Ethical and effective use of AI tools
• Source evaluation and integration with appropriate citation
• At least 5,000 words of revised writing across four major assignments

PFS 301 - Professional Skills Seminar 6: Teamwork & Collaborative Leadership (5 QH)

A 12-week seminar focused on teamwork, communication, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and collaborative leadership.

Students develop practical strategies for:

Working effectively in teams

• Building trust and role clarity
• Communicating across differences
• Navigating conflict and change
• Applying leadership skills in real workplace settings

Adjunct Faculty Teaching (One Course)

In addition to course design, this role includes the opportunity to teach ENG 250 during a future term.

Teaching responsibilities include:

• Facilitating one 4-week virtual course
• Leading one live session per week (evenings)
• Providing timely, actionable feedback
• Engaging students through discussions and outreach
• Assessing work using provided rubrics and tools

Who Thrives in This Role

• Educators who enjoy working with full-time working adult learners
• Instructors who see writing and communication as practical leadership skills
• Collaborative, adaptable professionals interested in applied learning and ethical AI use

Subject Matter Expert (Primary)

• Design two courses aligned to LE3's applied, work-integrated model
• Translate writing, teamwork, and leadership concepts into skill-based learning experiences
• Create scaffolded assignments integrating reflection, workplace application, and peer learning
• Partner with the LE3 curriculum team to ensure alignment and quality

• Teach one 4-week writing course using provided curriculum and rubrics
• Engage students through live sessions, discussions, and feedback
• Monitor student progress and communicate concerns proactively

• Share insights on student learning and trends
• Collaborate with faculty, coaches, and staff using D2L and Slack
• Support a high-touch, student-centered learning experience

Required

• Master's degree or higher in English, Writing Studies, Rhetoric & Composition, Communication, Education, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in adult learning, leadership, facilitation, or workforce development
• Strong command of academic and professional writing and revision practices
• Professional or instructional experience supporting team effectiveness, collaboration, conflict navigation, or psychological safety in workplace or organizational contexts
• Experience working with diverse, working adult learners
• Comfort with online teaching tools (Zoom, D2L, Slack)

Preferred

• Online or hybrid postsecondary teaching experience
• Familiarity with work-integrated or experiential learning models
• Professional experience outside academia

Time Commitment

• Approximately 20 hours per week, with effort front-loaded for course design, followed by teaching
• Evening or non-traditional hours may be required
• Teaching assignments may vary by quarter

Why Join LE3?

• Help design and teach within a pioneering model for working adults
• Join a collaborative, future-focused faculty community
• Do meaningful work that blends design, teaching, and mentorship

Be part of a program where learning is immediately applied and deeply human

NLU Inclusion Statement:

National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.

At National Louis University, we offer our employees an innovative environment to work together and inspire the ideas that will make an impact. Our institution values Adjunct Faculty's role in advancing our teaching mission and preparing our students for successful careers. Adjunct Faculty have access to training resources for professional development, access to shared governance as a part of our Adjunct Council, retirement plans, educational opportunities, and paid time off. A more complete list of Adjunct Faculty Benefits can be found here.

Adjunct Faculty are paid by course or assignment each term. These rates vary by college and number of credit hours for the course/assignment. While the specific amount will be indicated in an electronic contract that is issued to the Adjunct Faculty member when the course is assigned, an overview of standard rate structure is available below:

2025 Adjunct Faculty Rate Structure