Adjunct Faculty - Dual Enrollment (Fall 2027 - Spring 2028)

Jacksonville State University; Jacksonville (AL); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Jacksonville State University (JSU) seeks adjunct faculty for its Dual Enrollment program to teach General Education courses on campus or online. The posting covers disciplines including Art, Biology, Education, English, Mathematics, Political Science, Psychology, and U.S.

History, among others. Applicants undergo credential review, transcript evaluation, and may participate in interviews and classroom observations if advanced.

Qualifications

• Minimum: earned master's degree in a field appropriate to the discipline.
• At least 18 hours of graduate-level coursework completed in the discipline.
• Transcripts with application will be evaluated and any additional degrees/coursework discussed with applicant.

Responsibilities

• Teach Dual Enrollment courses for JSU (Art, Biology, Education, English, Mathematics, Political Science, Psychology, U.S. History and other General Education courses).
• Participate in credential review, transcripts assessment, and preparation for college-level teaching.
• Attend interview and classroom observation if selected; applications reviewed as needed.

Education

Master's degree in field appropriate to the discipline

At least 18 hours of graduate-level coursework in the discipline

Job description

Adjunct Faculty Position

Dual Enrollment

Job Summary

Jax State partners with many high schools in our region to offer college courses through Dual Enrollment on the high school campus and online.

This job posting is also for qualified individuals beyond our partner high schools who are interested in teaching Dual Enrollment courses for Jax State.

Jax State's Dual Enrollment program seeks adjunct faculty to teach:

• Art
• Biology
• Education
• English (composition, speech, and American literature)
• Mathematics
• Political Science
• Psychology
• U.S. History
• And other General Education courses as needed

Through this job posting, the Director and Coordinator of Dual Enrollment, and the appropriate academic Department Head and Faculty Liaison, will assess faculty credentials, including transcripts, coursework, and degrees, as well as other teaching documents and overall preparation for college-level teaching. An interview and classroom observation are required for applicants who advance. Applications are reviewed and advanced on an as-needed basis.

Minimum Qualifications

• At minimum, an earned master's degree in a field appropriate to the discipline.
• At least 18 hours of graduate-level coursework completed in the discipline.
• Transcripts submitted with the application will be evaluated, and any additional degrees and/or coursework needed will be discussed with the applicant.

Required Application Documents

• Cover Letter. The Cover Letter must address the applicant's readiness, preparation, and/or experience teaching college-level General Education courses.
• CV. The CV must include at least three references, in addition to the principal and guidance counselor, with current email addresses and phone numbers.
• Teaching Philosophy.
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts required upon hire).

Department Information

Jax State's Dual Enrollment program is one of the largest in the state with excellent faculty, professional development and support, and student success measures. We offer a wide variety of General Education courses (called Jax MIX) and have a robust J-STEAM program for students pursuing science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics, and education.

About Jax State

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State is home to over 10,000 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career, and personal goals. As an academic institution, it aims to produce broadly educated graduates who are prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values, and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.

Academically, Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral, and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus - Arts, Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU's commitment to excellence.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.