*Courses will be taught in Spanish. Candidates must be fluent in both English and Spanish and pass a fluency test
Synopsis:
APUS faculty demonstrate a strong commitment to learning, teaching, interaction with students and faculty, service to our communities of practice, and scholarship. Bilingual faculty (English/Spanish) effectively communicate in both languages, both verbally and in writing, to support our diverse student population. United by the common goal of inspiring academic excellence in students with a broad range of interests and experiences consistent with the Community of Inquiry Framework, as adopted by American Public University System (APUS) for cognitive presence, teaching presence, and social presence. Faculty play a vital role in creating a rewarding online learning experience for students by engaging them, challenging them, and supporting them. They contribute to and participate in a range of activities related to effectiveness and excellence in teaching and student retention. Faculty members maintain expertise in their discipline, adhere to APUS guidelines, processes, and methods, and remain responsive to mentoring and coaching that fosters ongoing professional growth.
When Applying: Upload a CV and a copy of unofficial transcripts, master’s degree and above. Student issued/unofficial copies are acceptable. Please do not send us official copies, unless specifically asked.
General Work Requirements:
All APUS faculty are required to complete the “Engaging the First‐Year Student Certification” course (APUS110), offered through the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). It must be completed within six months of the hire date. In addition, Graduate Faculty must complete the Graduate Faculty Certification (APUS501) within 90 days of hire.
Specific requirements related to your Graduate / Undergraduate Faculty designation, duties, and performance expectations are outlined on the Course Assignments issued with respect to each course to be taught. You agree to comply with and be bound by all policies with respect to work product and intellectual property rights set forth in the APUS Faculty Handbook, the APUS Employee Handbook, the APEI Employee Handbook, and applicable Course Assignments.
You will be expected to perform your duties in a remote, professional working environment of your choice. APUS assumes no responsibility for injuries occurring in your selected workspace or damages related to your real or personal property resulting from your employment with APUS.
Requirements:
- Doctoral degree in Sports Management or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution is required.
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both languages, verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated proficiency in English and Spanish with the ability to convey complex information clearly and accurately across diverse audiences.
- Proficiency testing in both English and Spanish will be part of the application process to confirm language fluency levels required for the position.
- Ability to translate and interpret information, ensuring accuracy and cultural sensitivity in communication.
- Experience supporting or engaging with Spanish-speaking students preferred
- College-level teaching experience is required.
- Online teaching experience is preferred.
- Record of excellence in teaching.
Areas of Expertise:
Compensation and Benefits:
Please Note: Applicants selected to proceed in the hiring process with conferred degrees from foreign institution(s) will require a course-by-course evaluation completed by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) approved agency. All charges associated with official transcripts and foreign transcript evaluations are the responsibility of the applicant and are not reimbursed by APUS.
About Us:
American Public University System (APUS) is an Online University based in Charles Town, WV. Our University has over 100,000 students. Our emphasis is educating our nation’s military and public services communities with quality and affordable education. APUS provides partnership and commitment in helping students realize the dream of a higher education and the opportunities that brings.
It is the policy of American Public University System (APUS) to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. American Public University System (APUS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
