Alpena, MI · Remote
$100/hr
Dawn Stone, Dean of Workforce Development stonedawn@alpenacc.edu Kristen Wisniewski, Grant Director ... This position is ideal for an experienced industry professional seeking flexible, remote ...
Alpena, MI · Remote
$100/hr
Dawn Stone, Dean of Workforce Development stonedawn@alpenacc.edu Kristen Wisniewski, Grant Director ... This position is ideal for an experienced industry professional seeking flexible, remote ...
Working in close partnership with admission counselors, the Executive Dean of Admission, and the ... This position is a full time remote position which includes a complete benefits package. Essential ...
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Working in close partnership with admission counselors, the Executive Dean of Admission, and the ... This position is a full time remote position which includes a complete benefits package. Essential ...
One common challenge for a Remote Dean is fostering collaboration and engagement among faculty and staff who work in different locations and time zones. Building a strong sense of community and institutional culture can require more effort in a remote setting, so effective communication and regular virtual meetings are crucial. Additionally, overseeing curriculum consistency and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards can be more complex when teams are distributed. However, with the right strategies and digital tools, Remote Deans can lead successful, cohesive academic programs and support professional growth within their teams.
To thrive as a Remote Dean, you need substantive experience in academic leadership, curriculum development, and faculty management, generally backed by an advanced degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), remote collaboration tools, and accreditation standards is essential. Outstanding communication, organizational skills, and emotional intelligence set candidates apart in building relationships and motivating teams virtually. These skills and qualifications are critical to successfully overseeing academic programs and maintaining institutional quality in a remote environment.
A Remote Dean is an educational leader who oversees academic programs, student services, and faculty management in a virtual or online learning environment. They ensure curriculum quality, support student success, and enforce institutional policies while working remotely. Their role may include mentoring instructors, addressing student concerns, and implementing strategies to improve engagement and retention. This position requires strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills to effectively manage remote teams and digital learning initiatives.
Alpena, MI • Remote
$100/hr
Part-time
Re-posted 13 days ago
Contract Employee - Part-Time Instructor ? Michigan Builders Pre-Licensure (Online)
For any questions, contact the Workforce Development Department:
Dawn Stone, Dean of Workforce Development stonedawn@alpenacc.edu
Kristen Wisniewski, Grant Director, Workforce Development wisniewk@alpenacc.edu
Start Date of July 1, 2026
This position will teach the State of Michigan Builders Pre-Licensure course in a fully online, self-paced, open-entry/open-exit format. The course is pre-developed and aligned with State of Michigan requirements; limited content adjustments may be made contingent upon state approval.
Compensation is $100 per enrolled student. This position is ideal for an experienced industry professional seeking flexible, remote instructional work supporting workforce development.
Position Responsibilities:
1. Facilitate an online, self-paced Builders Pre-Licensure course.
2. Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback and support.
3. Maintain regular communication with enrolled students via email and/or LMS.
4. Evaluate student learning through quizzes, assignments, and required assessments.
5. Ensure course delivery remains compliant with State of Michigan requirements.
6. Recommend minor content updates as appropriate; coordinate approval through the college/state as required.
7. Maintain accurate records of student participation and completion.
8. Serve as a liaison between the college and enrolled students.
9. Participate in periodic course review and quality improvement activities.
10. Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or Dean.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Expected Hours of Work: Flexible, based on enrollment and student needs. This is an asynchronous course; however, instructors are expected to maintain consistent engagement and timely responsiveness to students.
Work Environment: This position operates in a remote, online environment using standard instructional technology platforms.
Physical Effort: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Duties primarily involve computer-based work, including extended periods of sitting and use of a keyboard and screen.
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