Adjunct Faculty-Coach– LE3 Program

Overview: National Louis University’s LE3 Program is currently seeking Adjunct Faculty to join our Undergraduate Innovation - LE3 Program team for our 2025 Terms. About the LE3 Program The Learn and Earn in 3 (LE3) program is a bold reimagining of the undergraduate experience for full-time working adults. Students complete a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and Development in just 2.5–3 years while gaining real-time workplace experience. LE3 faculty are more than instructors—they are professional coaches, guides, and partners in student success. Position Overview We are seeking innovative, student-centered professionals to serve as Adjunct Faculty-Coaches This dual-role position combines instructional duties with student coaching responsibilities You will facilitate at least one 4-week online course throughout a 12-week quarter. The ideal candidate is a strong facilitator with professional experience and a coaching mindset, capable of building trust, guiding reflection, comfortable using digital tools, and passionate about supporting the growth of diverse, working adult learners. Responsibilites: Instructional (at least 4 weeks per quarter)

• Lead one live virtual class per week (typically evenings).
• Engage students through personalized outreach, discussion board feedback, and active learning techniques.
• Facilitate at least one 4-week hybrid course using a provided asynchronous curriculum, detailed rubrics, and durable skills assignments.
• Lead one live virtual class session per week (typically evenings) to foster community, clarify concepts, and engage students in active learning.
• Engage students through discussion boards, personalized outreach, and real-time feedback.
• Assess and grade student work consistently using provided rubrics. Assess student work with clarity and consistency using provided rubrics and grading tools.

As a Coach (Weeks 1–12)

• Provide group coaching for a select number of students approximately 2x per month.
• Apply the GRoW coaching model to help students set and achieve personal, academic, and career goals.
• Use diagnostic tools and reflections to adjust coaching frequency and content over time.
• Collaborate with RISE Coaches and other adjuncts to ensure seamless, high-touch support.
• Track student progress using Slack, D2L, and Retain.

Collaborative & Administrative

• Reflect on student trends and share insights to support continuous improvement.
• Co-lead one monthly 2-hour Leadership Lab with 2–3 hours of prep time.
• Participate in weekly 1-hour team meetings with LE3 instructors and coaches.
• Track student progress using D2L (LMS) and Slack.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a seamless, high-touch student support experience across the program.

Time Commitment Quarter Weeks Commitment Activities Weeks 1–4 ~20 hrs/week Course facilitation, 1 live class/week, grading, coaching (4–6 hrs), team meeting Weeks 5–12 ~8–10 hrs/week Coaching (4–6 hrs), grading support, Leadership Lab, team meeting

• ~20 hours/week, including course facilitation, 1 synchronous class per week, and grading.
• Caseloads and assignments may vary based on program needs.
• May require evening, weekend, or non-standard hours

What Makes This Role Unique Unlike traditional adjunct roles that focus solely on content delivery, this hybrid role positions you as a relational educator and coach, helping students navigate the intersection of work, school, and life. You’ll work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment that emphasizes:

• Durable skills development (e.g., communication, decision-making, self-awareness)
• Real-time application of learning at students’ workplaces
• Ongoing coaching relationships that grow throughout the quarter
• Integrated teaching and coaching models within a supportive team

Qualifications: Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Organizational Leadership, Business, Psychology, Education, Communication, Human Resources)
• 3+ years of professional experience in leadership, facilitation, workforce development, or adult learning.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse, working adult learners.
• Comfort with digital tools (Zoom, D2L, Slack, etc.)

Preferred

• Postsecondary teaching experience, particularly in online or hybrid formats.
• Coaching certification or formal training in mentoring/advising.
• Familiarity with work-integrated learning or experiential education models.

Why Join LE3?

• Be part of a movement redefining college for working adults.
• Join a collaborative, future-focused faculty team.
• Support students to thrive—academically, professionally, and personally.
• Engage in meaningful work that blends teaching, coaching, and mentorship.

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