Adjunct - Criminal Justice (Juvenile Delinquency)

Lackawanna College; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Lackawanna College in Hazleton is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Criminal Justice (Juvenile Delinquency) to teach courses on-ground for Fall 2026. The role reports to the Hazleton Center Director, with oversight from the AVP of Academic Operations.

Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans, delivering engaging instruction, ensuring proper documentation, and supporting student success. A Master’s degree in the content area or in education with relevant undergrad is preferred; teaching

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in the content area or in education with a relevant undergrad
• Teaching experience in corporate or higher education preferred
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas) preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares lesson plans and teaches in a on-ground classroom setting
• Thoroughly prepares and teaches all course lessons, considering diverse learners and current industry trends
• Provides support and guidance to students to optimize learning outcomes
• Completes and maintains required documentation: syllabi, grades, attendance, etc.
• Fosters a professional classroom environment and encourages critical thinking
• Provides hands-on application of material to reinforce learning
• All other duties as assigned by the Dean

Skills

Demonstrated sensitivity

Adapt instructional methodologies

Independent work

Excellent computer skills

Prioritization & multitasking

Written & verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborate with partners

Mission-driven

Education

Master's degree in content area

Master's in education with undergrad in content area

Bachelor's degree considered

Tools

Canvas

Job description

LACKAWANNA COLLEGE HAS BEEN VOTED ONE OF THE

“BEST PLACES TO WORK IN PA” FOR 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2023, 2024 and 2025!

Lackawanna College is a private, accredited college serving the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Our main campus is located in downtown Scranton, and our footprint includes satellite centers inCovington Twp.,Hawley,Hazleton,Sunbury,TowandaandTunkhannock

Our mission is to provide a quality education to all persons who seek to improve their lives and better the communities in which they live. We provide our students with a direct path to a bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or one of many different professional certifications. Additionally, ourContinuing Education departmenthelps put the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania back to work with modern career skills. Lackawanna is also one of themost cost-efficientregional higher education institutions.

Adjunct Instructor – Criminal Justice (Juvenile Delinquency)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES:

Adjunct instructors are part-time faculty hired to teach a specified course/s on a per-semester basis. The opportunity to continue teaching at the college is assessed every semester, and criteria for re-employment include: Attention to administrative deadlines (i.e., setting up course prior to semester start, grading student work, tracking attendance), timely and professional communication with students and colleagues, and students’ course/instructor evaluations.

Current openings are for classes running at the Hazleton Campus for Fall 2026. This position reports to the AVP of Academic Operations, but the primary point of contact will be the Hazleton Center Director, Matt Adams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares lesson plans and instructs students in an on-ground classroom setting.
• Thoroughly prepares and teaches all course lessons, considering diverse learners and accounting for current trends and industry regulations.
• Provides support and guidance to students to optimize learning outcomes.
• Completes and maintains all required documentation and records, meeting established deadlines, including, but not limited to, syllabi, grades, midterm and final grades, attendance, and end-of-semester reflection on Student Learning Outcomes assessment.
• Fosters a professional and supportive classroom environment conducive to students learning, asking questions, thinking critically, and growing as individuals.
• Provides meaningful hands‑on application of material to reinforce transfer of learning.
• All other duties as required by the Dean.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrated sensitivity in working with students of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to adapt instructional methodologies for different learning styles.
• Ability to work independently and conscientiously.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask responsibilities.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and encouragement.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with internal and external partners of the College.
• Commitment to fulfillment of the College mission.

EDUCATION:

• Master's degree in content area or Master’s degree in education with an undergraduate degree in the content area preferred. Bachelor's Degrees will be considered.

EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated prior teaching experience in a corporate or higher education setting preferred.
• Proficiency using Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas).

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In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and all other applicable non-discrimination laws, Lackawanna College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran’s status, or genetic information in its educational programs and activities, admissions, and with regard to employment.

Lackawanna College is an accredited, private, non-profit educational institution providing opportunities for career and personal development within selected associates degree, certificate and continuing education program.