Senior Instructor (onsite)
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Senior Instructor – Naval Postgraduate School (NPS)
IDIQ Research & Education Support (RES) MAC
Location: Monterey, CA (In‑Residence Required; Hybrid/Remote May Be Possible)
Clearance: U.S. Citizenship Required; Ability to Obtain and Maintain DoD CAC
Salary: $148,000 -$176,000
Position Overview
We are looking to hire qualified Senior Instructors to support the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) under the IDIQ Research & Education Support (RES) MAC. These roles provide full lifecycle academic course development and instructional delivery for both undergraduate‑ and graduate‑level programs that enhance the operational effectiveness of U.S. Navy and Department of Defense personnel.
This position is based in Monterey, CA, with in‑residence teaching required. Hybrid or remote delivery may be possible.
Key Responsibilities
Review and update Government Furnished Information (GFI), including syllabi, lecture materials, and assessments
Develop comprehensive course materials: syllabus, lecture slides, reading lists, labs, homework, quizzes, and final exams
Deliver in‑residence and/or hybrid instruction at NPS
Record instructional sessions using government‑approved distance learning platforms when required
Conduct laboratory sessions (if applicable)
Monitor student performance and provide mid‑quarter progress assessments to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC)
Grade assignments, exams, and projects in a timely manner
Maintain weekly office hours (3–4 hours)
Provide final grade recommendations and upload approved grades into the NPS academic tracking system
Maintain a complete course journal documenting materials, updates, and instructional observations
Coordinate closely with the TPOC throughout the period of performance
Support transition activities at the conclusion of the course or task order
Required Qualifications
Experience
Undergraduate-Level Instruction:
Minimum 10 years of experience in academic course development and delivery
Graduate-Level Technical Instruction:
Minimum 20 years of experience developing and delivering graduate‑level courses, particularly in advanced engineering or defense‑related technical disciplines
Education
Undergraduate-Level Instruction: Master of Science (MS) in a relevant technical field
Graduate-Level Instruction: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in a related discipline
Certifications / Clearance
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC)
Other Requirements
Ability to teach in‑residence in Monterey, CA for required periods
Strong academic writing, curriculum development, and instructional delivery skills
Experience working with military or DoD-affiliated students preferred
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