Adjunct Faculty – Online Associate Degree Programs (Remote)

Living the Dream University (LTDU)
Remote | Part-Time (1–3 courses per term) | $850 per Credit Hour
Start Date: August 2027

About Living the Dream University

Living 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 Overview

LTDU 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 Instruction

We 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 credits

Latin American Literature - 3 credits

Information Literacy / Introduction to Computers – 3 credits

Survey of United States History I – 3 credits

World History I – 3 credits

College Algebra - 3 credits

Statistics – 3 credits

Responsibilities
• 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 IDD

Qualifications

Minimum 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 skills

Preferred 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 platforms

Why 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 experiences

For all inquiries regarding adjunct faculty positions at Living the Dream University, please contact Blake Newsom, President & Chancellor, at LTDUniversity.BlakeN@yahoo.com.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $850.00 per year

Expected hours: 6 – 33 per week

Benefits:
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):
• Which course or courses are you qualified for and interested in teaching?

History of Photography

Photoshop & Digital Editing

Portrait & Commercial Photography

Documentary or Landscape Photography

Portfolio Development / Capstone (Photography)

Introduction to Communication

Intercultural Communication

Small Group Communication

Communication Theory
College Algebra

Statistics
Survey of United States History I

World History I
African American Literature

Latin American Literature

Education:
• Doctorate (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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