Adjunct Faculty – Online Associate Degree Programs (Remote)
Living the Dream University (LTDU)Remote | Part-Time (1–3 courses per term) | $850 per Credit HourStart Date: August 2027About Living the Dream UniversityLiving the Dream University (LTDU) is a nonprofit, private online university based in Tennessee, dedicated to empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our mission is to provide accessible, inclusive, and personalized learning that enables students to achieve their academic, personal, and career goals. We plan to launch in August 2027 with four fully online associate degree programs emphasizing real-world skills, independence, and self-expression.Classes are intentionally small (10 students or fewer) to ensure individual attention and strong support for every learner. Position OverviewLTDU is seeking passionate and dedicated Adjunct Professors to join our online teaching pool for the August 2027 launch. Adjuncts will teach 1–3 small online courses per term (10 students or fewer) to adult learners with IDD, using inclusive teaching methods, OpenStax zero-cost textbooks, and Moodle as the learning platform. Faculty will work closely with advisors and instructional staff to provide personalized guidance and accommodations for students.All courses are fully remote. Compensation$850 per credit hour (paid per course section taught)Areas of InstructionWe are building our adjunct pool for the following disciplines:• Psychology• Business and Entrepreneurship• Photography and Digital Media• General Education (English, Math, Communication, Humanities)Courses available:African American Literature – 3 creditsLatin American Literature - 3 creditsInformation Literacy / Introduction to Computers – 3 creditsSurvey of United States History I – 3 creditsWorld History I – 3 creditsCollege Algebra - 3 creditsStatistics – 3 creditsResponsibilities• Teach 1–3 small courses per term (10 students or fewer) for adults with IDD• Deliver engaging, accessible, and inclusive instruction online using Moodle• Provide personalized support, feedback, and mentorship to each student• Collaborate with instructional designers and program chairs to maintain course quality• Use OpenStax and other approved open educational resources• Uphold LTDU’s mission of empowering adults with IDDQualificationsMinimum Requirements• PhD, JD, or other doctoral degree in the teaching discipline, or doctoral degree with 18 graduate credit hours in the field• For technical or applied courses (e.g., Photography, Business): Bachelor’s degree plus professional experience may qualify• Demonstrated ability to teach or mentor adult learners online• Strong communication, organization, and technology skillsPreferred Qualifications• Experience teaching students with intellectual or developmental disabilities• Familiarity with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and inclusive pedagogy• Experience using Moodle LMS or other online platformsWhy Join LTDU?• Teach small classes where you can make a meaningful difference in each student’s life• Fully remote, flexible part-time schedule• Join a mission-driven, pioneering university for adults with IDD• Help shape inclusive, supportive online learning experiencesFor all inquiries regarding adjunct faculty positions at Living the Dream University, please contact Blake Newsom, President & Chancellor, at [email protected]. Job Type: Part-timePay: From $850.00 per yearExpected hours: 6 – 33 per weekBenefits:• Employee discount• Flexible scheduleApplication Question(s):• Which course or courses are you qualified for and interested in teaching?History of PhotographyPhotoshop & Digital EditingPortrait & Commercial PhotographyDocumentary or Landscape PhotographyPortfolio Development / Capstone (Photography)Introduction to CommunicationIntercultural CommunicationSmall Group CommunicationCommunication TheoryCollege AlgebraStatisticsSurvey of United States History IWorld History IAfrican American LiteratureLatin American LiteratureEducation:• Doctorate (Required)Work Location:Remote Apply tot his job