Adjunct Environmental Science Instructor – Evenings/Weekends

Inside Higher Ed; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 1,587,718 - 2,261,295; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Massachusetts seeks Adjunct Instructors for the Environmental Science Department to teach courses on Indigenous Perspectives and Environmental Ethics. Candidates need a Master's degree in Environmental Science and teaching experience, with a focus on diverse student populations. Salary is $1,397 per credit hour, with evening and weekend teaching availability required. This role aims to promote environmental understanding and ethical considerations in a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline required.
• Experience teaching at the community college or university level preferred.
• Availability to teach in person during evening hours or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Teach two new courses during the Fall 2026 semester.
• Examine Indigenous knowledge systems shaping environmental stewardship.
• Explore ethical frameworks guiding decisions on environmental issues.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of Indigenous cultures

Ability to work with diverse populations

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Science

Doctoral degree in Environmental Science (preferred)

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS Pro

Job description

A community college in Massachusetts seeks Adjunct Instructors for the Environmental Science Department to teach courses on Indigenous Perspectives and Environmental Ethics. Candidates need a Master's degree in Environmental Science and teaching experience, with a focus on diverse student populations. Salary is $1,397 per credit hour, with evening and weekend teaching availability required. This role aims to promote environmental understanding and ethical considerations in a supportive academic environment.