Integrated Physical Science Instructor-General Education

Position Overview

WGU seeks full-time, student-focused faculty to develop and deliver competency-based, online instruction in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science. Faculty support student success through one-to-one coaching, virtual instruction, and facilitation of student communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop instructional materials aligned with course competencies and learning objectives
• Facilitate virtual, one-to-many instructional events and one-to-one coaching
• Support peer collaboration and engagement in online student communities
• Apply data and student profiles to identify needs and provide proactive support
• Use adult learning principles to build student competency in a virtual environment
• Engage in continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum: Master’s degree in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science
• Science Demonstrated subject-matter expertise
• Ability to work flexible student-centered schedules (evenings and at least one weekend day)
• Willingness to attend and travel for organizational events
• Preferred: Doctorate (Ph.D. or EdD) in relevant field
• 5+ years teaching experience in Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, or Physical Science
• 3–5 years K-12 teaching experience within the last 5 years
• Experience with online/distance education

Benefits

• Bonuses, medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Education Life, disability, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays, parental leave up to 12 weeks
• Discounted WGU tuition

Application Instructions

Apply online via WGU’s Careers Page (internal employees use Workday). Applicants requiring accommodations should contact recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Opportunity Statement

WGU is committed to diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.