Adjunct Faculty - Honors College

East Texas A&M University; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University in Commerce, Texas invites applications for Adjunct Faculty in the Honors College. The position teaches on a course-by-course basis during the academic year, with on-campus day and/or evening offerings to meet student demand.

Responsibilities include developing syllabi, planning lectures, assessing student work, mentoring students, and supporting department standards. A Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours or a terminal degree is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field or a terminal degree.
• Experience teaching college-level courses, FTIC freshmen or transfer students preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) on-campus.
• Develop syllabi and ensure alignment with college standards.
• Plan lectures, discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades based on participation, performance, and exams.
• Mentor students and provide support as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking & teamwork

Education

Master’s degree + 18 graduate hours

Terminal degree in field

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty - Honors College

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Honors Program

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two (2) courses) within the Honors College. Instruction will be delivered on-campus during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist/mentor students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required to teach undergraduate courses OR a terminal degree in the field of study or closely related is required to teach graduate courses.
• Experience: Experience teaching first time in college (FTIC) freshmen or transfer students.
• Knowledge / Skills: Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications:
• Physical Requirements:
• Other Requirements:

Preferred Education / Skills/ Experience

• College or University teaching experience.
• Familiarity with transformative learning practices, high-impact practices, experiential learning, and honors education.
• Experience with student transition support.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Prior relevant industry experience.

Supervision of Others

N/A

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.