Adjunct Faculty-Coach– LE3 Program

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.

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

• ~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

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.

NLU Inclusion Statement:

National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued.  We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.

At National Louis University, we offer our employees an innovative environment to work together and inspire the ideas that will make an impact.  Our institution values Adjunct Faculty's role in advancing our teaching mission and preparing our students for successful careers.  Adjunct Faculty have access to training resources for professional development, access to shared governance as a part of our Adjunct Council, retirement plans, educational opportunities, and paid time off.  A more complete list of Adjunct Faculty Benefits can be found here.

Adjunct Faculty are paid by course or assignment each term.  These rates vary by college and number of credit hours for the course/assignment.  While the specific amount will be indicated in an electronic contract that is issued to the Adjunct Faculty member when the course is assigned, an overview of standard rate structure is available below:

2025 Adjunct Faculty Rate Structure