Who We Are

American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) is an accredited higher education institution, dynamically leading the industry in online holistic undergraduate and graduate programs specializing in integrative health, aromatherapy, herbal medicine, holistic nutrition, and wellness coaching, among other studies. 

Founded in 1978, in New Zealand, we have always had sustainability as a founding principle; we are a Certified B Corporation™. We strive to create and maintain a working environment where are all valued and appreciated for our authentic selves. We work together to help facilitate change in the communities we serve by being stewards of the highest level of integrative health and wellness education. We strive to customize the care we offer to every student and endeavor to support people on their educational journey. Our mission is to lead the advancement of evidence-based, integrative health and wellness education through experiential online learning and sustainable practices. For more information, visit https://achs.edu.

Learn more about our commitment as a Certified B™ Corporation.

Position Overview

American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) is seeking qualified applicants for Assistant Professor positions in the Integrative Health and Nutrition department. 

The Integrative Health and Nutrition Department offers a wide range of courses in integrative health, nutrition, wellness, and coaching, all fully online. These courses feature interactive online classrooms with live faculty lectures and practical lab materials to support experiential learning. Integrative Health and Nutrition programs offer courses for personal interest, as well as Certificate, Diploma, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degree programs. 

ACHS integrative health courses focus on providing training in health, disease, lifestyle, and environmental factors based on anatomy, physiology, counseling, psychology, and complementary and alternative medicine. The nutrition courses at ACHS focus on a holistic nutrition approach to diet and health, considering the whole person. The courses emphasize whole foods, plant-based options, nutrient density, and nutraceuticals, while also recognizing the impact of lifestyle, stress management, and environmental factors on health.

ACHS is a learner-centric institution, and faculty are integral to the success of ACHS students and the academic integrity of ACHS programs. Faculty are responsible for all instruction in ACHS classes. Faculty use their professional experience and education coupled with curriculum provided in ACHS-published course materials, required publisher textbooks, and supplemental study aids (such as online videos, botanicals, essential oils, and other lab supplies) to teach the stated learning outcomes. 

The Work You'll Do in This Role

All faculty at ACHS engage our learners and participate in:

• Lecturing on class content (via video, live Zoom conferences, announcements, written lectures, audio  lectures, and discussion posts).
• Conducting office hours at least one hour per week; answering student questions online in the discussion boards, answering student questions posted to the Instructor’s Virtual Office, and answering student emails or phone calls.
• Monitoring coaching sessions when needed.
• Grading assignments and examinations.
• Contributing to curriculum review and development

Specifically, faculty at ACHS support the following teaching and learning activities:

• Engage in professional development, including completing the online ACHS Faculty Orientation, ongoing training provided by the institution, and annual continuing education.
• Support institutional effectiveness by completing course quality assurance reviews before the start of each semester, including a review of course learning outcomes and assessment.
• Contribute to academic planning and updates for the course(s) they are approved to teach and the programs that those courses support.
• Effectively teach and deliver ACHS curriculum, including the supervision of projects and capstone activities, service, and other administrative duties based on professional qualifications and regulatory approvals.
• Respond to student questions and comments in the class, within the learning management system (LMS), or via email, telephone, or other forms of communication, within 24-48 hours.
• Provide timely feedback to students to ensure a response within 24-48 hours in response to student discussion board postings, virtual office posts, emails, and other academic inquiries.
• Conduct weekly synchronous live lectures to support students in meeting the course and module learning outcomes and to comply with federal requirements for substantive interaction.
• Provide reasonable support to students before and after the course start and end dates, including to students with Incomplete grades.
• Monitor student engagement and participation and tailor outreach to support students in coordination with ACHS student success coaches. 
• Respond to all ACHS administrative staff emails, phone calls, and other communications within 24-48 hours.
• Complete other faculty duties in collaboration with Program Deans.

Skills & Experience You Bring to ACHS

• At least two years of online teaching experience and subject matter expertise. 
• Experience with online learning platforms such as Canvas, D2L, Moodle, and Blackboard.
• Proficiency in using technology such as videos, social media, and other interactive tools to engage learners.
• NBWHC, CHES® and CNS® certificates preferred.
• A commitment to and engagement in making a positive impact on social and environmental issues. 

Education Requirements

To meet all state and accreditation requirements, ACHS requires applicants to have a terminal professional degree in a related field for this position.

Pay Rate 

Compensation per semester varies by class size and level (undergraduate or graduate). Assistant professor compensation per course (undergraduate level) begins at $2,100 and is adjusted based on class size and level of course. 

Benefits 

It’s important to us that every team member is valued, and we make an investment in each person with benefits that support wellness. The following benefits are available to part-time faculty with additional benefits available to those who teach full-time:

• 24/7 Access to Virtual Care, Self-Care & Well-Being Tools including Health Coaching through TimelyCare. 
• 1 hour of sick time for every 30 hours worked, eligible for use after 90 days of employment. 
• College Paid Holidays 
• Participation in a 401(k) plan after one year of employment, if eligibility requirements are met; ACHS match is available up to 4% of annual wages.

Work Environment

This job can be completed remotely or in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; position requires prolonged standing or sitting and may also include bending, stooping, or stretching. Position also requires prolonged use of a computer. 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Non-Discrimination

ACHS is committed to equal opportunity and equal treatment for all qualified individuals. ACHS does not discriminate nor will it tolerate discrimination against any person because of age, gender, gender-identity, color, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected by law. 

ACHS complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,  a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in education, including but not limited to all forms of sexual harassment and sexual violence. Any person who files a complaint or participates in an investigation is protected from retaliation to the full extent of the law. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to ACHS’s Title IX Coordinator and/or to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights. ACHS Title IX Coordinator: Prisca Bermudez, Director of Academic Services, 5005 S. Macadam Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97239. 503-244-0726, TitleIX@achs.edu