Adjunct Instructors

Job Summary

Adjunct Instructors provide instruction in assigned courses within their academic discipline. This is a part-time, pooled position filled on an as-needed basis depending on departmental teaching needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Teach courses at assigned times using current pedagogical methods, maintaining accurate records of student performance and grades.
• Maintain effective and timely communication with students, department chair, and other university personnel as appropriate.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants should hold a graduate degree in the relevant teaching discipline or a closely related field.
• Additional qualifications may be required depending on accreditation standards or departmental needs.
• The department will consider undergraduate degree holders with significant professional experience for Broadcast instruction.
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
• Commitment to teaching excellence.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.
• Ability to foster a respectful and inclusive learning environment.

Supplemental Information

Key Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.
• Ability to foster a respectful and inclusive learning environment.

Physical Requirements:

• The essential functions of this position are primarily intellectual and relational. The role requires the ability to:
  • Communicate effectively in the classroom, online, and meeting settings.
  • Engage with students, colleagues, and community partners respectfully and professionally.
  • Utilize technology for teaching, scholarship, and administrative tasks.

Job Conditions:

• Indoors, classroom, and/or online instructional settings.