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What is a course developer instructor?

Course Developer Instructors are professionals who design, develop, and often teach educational courses for schools, universities, or online learning platforms. They create course content, structure learning activities, and assess educational materials to ensure they meet learning objectives. Course Developer Instructors collaborate with subject matter experts and use instructional design principles to make engaging, effective courses. Their work often involves using educational technology and staying updated with the latest teaching methodologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a course developer instructor?

To thrive as a Course Developer Instructor, you need expertise in instructional design, curriculum development, and subject matter knowledge, often supported by a degree in education or a relevant field. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), authoring tools like Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate, and e-learning standards such as SCORM is typically required. Strong communication, creativity, and adaptability are essential soft skills for engaging diverse learners and responding to feedback. These competencies ensure the creation of effective, accessible, and engaging learning experiences that meet educational objectives.

What are some typical challenges faced by course developer instructors when creating online learning materials?

Course Developer Instructors often face challenges such as ensuring that content is both engaging and accessible to diverse learners, aligning materials with learning objectives and standards, and keeping up with evolving educational technologies. Balancing the need for interactivity with technical constraints and varying student needs can also be demanding. Collaboration with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and technical teams is crucial to overcome these challenges and deliver high-quality educational experiences.

Temporary Part-Time Faculty: Geography & Environmental Studies

Albuquerque, NM

Part-time, Temporary

Re-posted 16 days ago


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Job description

The Geography and Environmental Studies Department at the University of New Mexico (UNM) anticipates hiring Adjunct Faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in the Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 Semesters.  

Anticipated openings will be for Adjuncts who can teach courses in a broad range of subject areas, including but not limited to the subject areas covered in the following UNM courses: 

         GEOG 1115: Maps and GIScience

         GEOG 1160: Home Planet: Land, Water, and Life

         GEOG 1165: People and Place

         GEOG 1175: World Regions

         GEOG 381L: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

         GEOG 427/527: Introduction to Programming for GIS

         GEOG 475/575: Geography of New Mexico and the Southwest

         GEOG 581L: Introduction to GIS for Graduate Students 

Please consult the UNM Catalog for descriptions of these courses. 

The Geography and Environmental Studies Department is seeking qualified temporary part time faculty members to teach undergraduate and/or graduate level classes in various disciplines as specified above. Instructors are responsible for all aspects of any class they are teaching. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to meeting with the class during assigned times, delivering the course curriculum, developing and grading assignments, reporting grades, and assessing student learning outcomes as outlined by the Chair of the department or Director of the program.  

Positions are contingent upon need each semester as determined by student enrollment levels, courses on the current course schedule, and demand driven by graduation requirements. Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses. Candidates who are selected for these positions will report to the Chair of Geography and Environmental Studies.  

Best Consideration Dates 

For best consideration, please apply by the following dates: 

Fall 2026 semester - July 15, 2026

Spring 2027 semester - November 15, 2026

Summer 2027 semester - March 15, 2027


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