2026-2027 Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool

William Carey University; Hattiesburg, Biloxi, Baton Rouge (MS, MS, LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

William Carey University in Hattiesburg, Mississippi is seeking qualified adjunct instructors to teach university-level courses. Responsibilities include not only classroom teaching but also grading, preparation, and managing digital learning platforms.

Ideal candidates will possess a Master’s or Doctorate in their field, demonstrate clear communication skills, and have experience teaching. Additional duties include collaborating on course curriculum and advising students.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree in the relevant field.
• Clear communication skills essential for effective teaching.
• Proven ability to teach with real-world experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate students in specific field.
• Manage class syllabus and ensure standards are met.
• Plan lectures, discussions, and assignments.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Technologically savvy

Ability to show confidence in teaching

Education

Master’s/Doctorate in field to be taught

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hattiesburg - Hattiesburg, MS 39401

This announcement is intended to build a pool of potential qualified adjunct instructors, and does not indicate that an open position exists.

William Carey University encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and those with disabilities.

Job Summary

The primary duty of an adjunct instructor is teaching courses at the university level. Teaching includes not only classroom contact hours, but also grading, class preparation and digitally mediated learning; which can encompass answering student e-mails, managing online discussions or teaching blended or electronically-delivered courses.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching graduate and undergraduate students in a specific field of expertise
• Managing the class syllabus and ensuring that lessons meet department and college standards
• Planning and creating lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments
• Utilizing a variety of instructional strategies in order to engage students, including cooperative and experiential learning
• Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams
• Assessing grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations
• Reporting student learning outcomes, class reviews, and analyzing student data
• Maintaining records of student attendance, involvement, and progress
• Collaborating with colleagues on course curriculum when appropriate
• Advising students on how to be successful in class
• Staying updated on innovations and changes within their course field and with related technology

Physical Demands

• Must possess the physical ability to actively facilitate student learning in the classroom for extended period of times
• Must have vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone
• Must have the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Required Application Documents

• Resume or CV
• Cover Letter

Qualifications Required

• Master’s/Doctorate in field to be taught
• Clear communication skills
• Ability to teach with ample real-world experience
• Ability to show confidence teaching and presenting to a class
• Technologically savvy: can utilize email, different online learning systems, and other ways to communicate with students
• Passionate about specific academic fields and education in general
• Clear understanding of curriculum design, pedagogy, and learning outcome alignment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in the classroom