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How much do online teaching phd jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for online teaching phd in the United States is $90,368.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $63,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an online teaching PhD?

An Online Teaching PhD is a doctoral program focused on preparing educators for advanced roles in online and digital education. These programs are delivered primarily or entirely online, allowing students to conduct research and gain expertise in instructional design, educational technology, and distance learning methodologies. Graduates often pursue careers as university professors, educational administrators, or instructional designers specializing in online learning environments. The flexibility of online delivery makes these programs accessible to working professionals seeking leadership roles in education.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an online teaching PhD?

To thrive as an Online Teaching PhD, you need advanced subject-matter expertise, a doctoral degree in your field, and experience in curriculum development and online pedagogy. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, as well as proficiency in virtual communication tools, is essential. Strong communication, adaptability, and digital engagement skills help foster meaningful student interactions and maintain motivation remotely. These skills ensure high-quality instruction, student success, and effective learning outcomes in a virtual academic environment.

What are some unique challenges faced by online teaching PhDs when facilitating student engagement in a virtual classroom?

Online Teaching PhDs often encounter challenges in fostering student engagement due to the lack of physical presence and immediate feedback. Building rapport and maintaining active participation can require innovative use of digital tools, such as discussion boards, interactive assignments, and real-time video sessions. Additionally, instructors must be adept at identifying and addressing varying levels of student motivation and technical abilities. Success in this role often depends on creating a supportive virtual community and continuously adapting teaching strategies to maximize student involvement and learning outcomes.

What is the difference between Online Teaching Phd vs Online Education Coordinator?

AspectOnline Teaching PhdOnline Education Coordinator
Required CredentialsPhD in Education or related field, teaching experienceBachelor's or Master's degree, experience in education management
Work EnvironmentAcademic institutions, online universities, research settingsEducational institutions, online program administration
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, online education providersColleges, universities, online course platforms

While both roles involve online education, an Online Teaching Phd focuses on advanced academic research and teaching at the university level, often involving curriculum development and scholarly work. An Online Education Coordinator manages online programs, ensuring course quality and student engagement. The Phd is more research and teaching-oriented, whereas the Coordinator handles program logistics and administration.

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Infographic showing various Online Teaching Phd job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,368 per year, or $43.4 per hour.

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POSITION SUMMARY 
This position is a part-time assignment, created to meet the instructional needs of the department in the following areas:
  • Introductory to Chemistry (with lab)
  • General Chemistry (with lab)
Our part-time instructors teach introductory (1000-level) courses for transfer pathways. Course assignments will include teaching day and/or evening classes, primarily face-to-face, and asynchronous online modality as required.

OVERVIEW OF CCA 

The Community College of Aurora serves our diverse community by providing high-quality instruction and support services to prepare students for transfer and employment. We are particularly interested in applicants that demonstrate a commitment to working with individuals and groups from diverse identities, including but not limited to: socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, disability, multilingual learners, veterans, non-traditional, race and ethnic backgrounds.

More than 20 different languages and 60 countries are represented at CCA. In addition to traditional degree and certificate programs, CCA offers non-credit professional development courses, customized training, and economic and workforce development resources to employer partners and individual professionals seeking to enhance the capacity and productivity of their workforce or individual knowledge and skills. The college centers diversity, equity, and inclusion and we actively seek to employee partners who want to join us in working to reducing outcome gaps among our diverse student population.

 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop lesson plans, activities, and assessments that lead students to the successful attainment of identified course competencies with assistance from the Department Chair/Lead Faculty.
• Evaluate student performance in accordance with student learning outcomes as stated in the course syllabus.
• Teach assigned classes in keeping with community college philosophy.
• Be knowledgeable about pedagogy, methods, retention, inclusion, and assessment of outcomes (or be available and willing to receive training in these areas)
• Provide the Department Chair/Lead Faculty with a copy of the course syllabus for review based on the scheduled due dates for the semesters.
• On the first day of class, provide students with a syllabus for the course that includes all components of the course model syllabus and the competencies established in the Colorado Common Course Numbering System (CCNS).
• Conduct student evaluations of instruction in accordance with established policies and procedures at the end of the semester.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and grading of students in the college learning management system—Desire2Learn (D2L)—and submit required records according to published instructions and deadlines.
• Attend the required department/faculty meetings.
• Complete the mandatory trainings — D2L, New Faculty and Instructor Orientation, and Web Accessibility. Instructors must also complete the Foundations of Online Teaching and Learning training to be eligible for teaching online courses.
• Participate in coaching/mentoring and assessment initiatives established by Department Chair/Lead Faculty.
 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master’s degree from an accredited college/university, with 60 total credits in one of the related degrees listed below. 
  • OR
  • Master’s degree in related content area, AND 18 graduate credits in one of the related degrees listed below.                                                                                     Related Degrees: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry/Science Education, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or Chemical Physics.
  • Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to use a collegiate learning management system (LMS).
  • Ability to teach courses in-person at the Centre Tech campus.
  • Available to teach days and/or evenings.
  • Experience in teaching introductory courses with lab work.
  • Commitment to learning innovative ideas for classroom presentations and dynamic class interactions to engage student learning in a meaningful way.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Proven track record in developing and implementing new curricular activities that impact student success.
  • Ability to use D2L—Desire2Learn (D2L)—as the learning management system (LMS).
  • Experience in 2-year college-level teaching.
  • PhD in Chemistry or a related degree as listed above.
  • Demonstrated interest in engaging and impacting underrepresented students.
 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Salary Range: The starting rate is $1,213.00  per credit hour taught.

Deadline to Submit Application Material: Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  

Application Process: When submitting your online application, please include a cover letter, current resume, and professional references. Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to HR@CCAurora.edu upon offer of employment. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@CCAurora.edu.  

By applying for this announced position, applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with the Community College of Aurora; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

Application Checklist 

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

  • A complete online application
  • A one-page statement of your teaching philosophy and pedogeological practices.
  • Copies of official transcripts.
  • A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position
  • A current resume uploaded as an attachment to your online application
  • Candidates identified as finalists must provide three to five professional references, at least two of which must include a current direct supervisor and most recent supervisor. If you cannot provide two supervisor references, an opportunity will be afforded for discussion and consideration of alternative references with the CCA Human Resource Office.  Please note, out of professional courtesy to you, we will not contact your current supervisor without first providing notice to you as a candidate and only when a contingent offer is pending in order to protect the confidentiality of your application to the full extent possible. 
  • If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation is required as part of your application. Please submit this as an attachment to your application. Please note that you have the right to redact dates from your transcript during the application process. A full, unredacted copy will be required upon hire.
  • For any questions or technical issues please contact HR@CCAurora.edu .

Notice to all Applicants:

  • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.                
  • Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.              
  • Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
  • Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.       
  • CCA is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the .                
  • Individuals currently or formerly employed by  the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, and/or who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.         
  • For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Erica Hines, Chief Human Resources & Personnel Success Officer at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207E, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at (303) 340-7231, or e-mail at Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu.

Colorado Residency Requirement: 

Eligible applicants must be either a current Colorado resident or be able to provide proof of residency in Colorado within 30 days of the start date for the position, or they may be deemed ineligible for employment with the Community College of Aurora.  Please contact HR@CCAurora.edu with any questions.  

Community College of Aurora Inclusive Excellence Statement:  

CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement. 

Inclusive Excellence will provide a foundation for student and institutional success.  Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence.

We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.

Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA. 

The Federal Clery Act:(The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the CCA website at the Student Right to Know page. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Community College of Aurora, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.