Job Details
Campus
OSU-Oklahoma City
Contact Name & Email
Breeman Ainsworth, [contact details available in the full listing]
Work Schedule
Courses may be day or evening.
Appointment Length
6 months or less
Special Instructions to Applicants
Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
$750.00 per credit hour or $800.00 per credit hour for a class with lab (based on full enrollment).
About this Position
Join our dynamic academic community as an Adjunct Instructor and help inspire the next generation of learners. We are seeking passionate, knowledgeable educators who are committed to high-quality teaching and student success. In this role, you will deliver engaging instruction, develop in each student the skills of critical thinking, and help students learn the subject matter presented to them in order for that student to become a positive member of the community.
This flexible, part-time opportunity is ideal for professionals looking to share their expertise, gain teaching experience, or supplement their current career. If you are dedicated, student-focused, and eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and become part of our team.
Essential Job Functions:
- Maintain student and course records with updates on the learning management system.
- Maintain and file current course outlines, objectives and grading procedures for all courses.
- Exhibit innovative and adaptive instructional methods.
- Completes all mandatory training.
- Fulfill all requirements as noted in the Adjunct Handbook.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in discipline or related area or Master’s Degree with 18 hours in discipline required (transfer classes)(degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
- Must have educational qualifications to teach in subject area or have documented specialty education/experience to meet tested experience requirements, as per the Higher Learning Commission’s publication on Determining Qualified Faculty, and provide leadership in an academic discipline and/or degree program.
- Programs with discipline-specific external accreditation may have more stringent training and experience requirements.
Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:
Dependent on course
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:
- Teaching Competence – Must be able to create lesson plans, content, presentations, ancillary materials, and assignments to effectively transform information to knowledge for students; have the ability to assess student learning and progress.
- Communication skills – Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English; requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, alumni, advisory committee members, and the public, using tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
- Computer skills – Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel), as well as e-mail and internet, and learning management systems.
- Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
- Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D./Ed.D. in related field.
Working Conditions:
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include some evenings and weekends.
- Work will be performed in an office and classroom environment with a significant amount of public contact, in person, by telephone, via email, and various communication platforms.
Physical Requirements:
- Duties require extended periods of sitting, talking, and listening.
- Duties require extensive use of computers, telephones, and other office equipment.
- Requires possible lifting of up to 25 lbs. (If an object weights more than 45 lbs., OSU-Oklahoma City requires this to be a two-person lift).
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Organization
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant system that prepares students for success. Orange is the Answer. Through leadership and service, OSU improves the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation and the world. OSU has more than 35,000 students across its five-campus system with students from all 50 states and around 120 nations. Established in 1890, OSU has graduated more than 264,000 students to serve the state of Oklahoma, the nation and the world. Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City (OSU-OKC) is part of the modern land-grant system of Oklahoma State University. OSU-OKC is a two-year public institution, offering more than 50 degrees and certificate options. Through quality education, a supportive environment, leadership training and service opportunities, OSU-OKC trains students to work and educates them to lead. OSU-OKC graduates are found throughout the community serving as police officers, firefighters, nurses, teachers, healthcare professionals and business owners. osuokc.edu
Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-verify employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. Oklahoma State University campuses are tobacco and vapor-free.
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