"Instructor of Economics"

Instructor of Economics

Wharton County Junior College

Salary: $49,550.00 - $61,050.00 Annually

Job Type: Faculty Full Time

Job Number: 2509 F 045

Location: Wharton, TX

Department: Academic Instruction's Area

Closing: 1/16/2026 10:00 AM Central

General Description

Teaching location and hours are subject to change during employment with WCJC to meet department/division needs to ensure student success. Pay for this position is based on a 9 month contract working fall and spring semesters. Start date for this position is August 2026. Candidate selected will be responsible for teaching online, in person, and dual credit classes.

Salary Range: 0 to 10 years' Experience
Up to a Masters: $49,550 to $54,550
Doctorate: $56,050 to $61,050
The maximum number of years of experience an employee may receive is ten years.

The permanent responsibility of a faculty member is to provide the most effective instruction possible in his/her discipline. Supervision is received from appropriate supervisor. The faculty member works to insure that his/her instruction is meeting the educational needs of students.

Requirements

This position requires a master's degree (in economics or other discipline) and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in economics from a regionally accredited institution. A criminal background check is also required.

To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents:

1. Copy of college transcript(s) showing completion of a Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in Economics
2. Curriculum Vitae/Resume
3. Cover Letter outlining teaching philosophy

All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered. Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcjc/jobs/5106277/instructor-of-economics