Adjunct Instructor - History

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor - History in the Department of History, Geography and GIS.

These part-time Adjunct Faculty positions are designed to support our growing student enrollment for the 2025-2026 Academic Year at our Stephenville and Fort Worth campuses, and online community. Successful candidates may teach up to six (6) semester credit hours in their respective disciplines, delivering instruction in person, through approved instructional modalities, or as necessitated by student demand. Additionally, they will be expected to hold office hours and provide necessary support to students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
• Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
• Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
• Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
• Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned masters degree in History or a closely related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate/terminal degree in History or a closely related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline
• Previous online teaching experience at the collegiate level.