Adjunct Faculty- Writing

Pima Community College

Tucson (AZ)

Hybrid

USD 1,205,847 - 1,717,419

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Pima Community College invites applications for an adjunct faculty pool in Writing to support the 2025-26 academic year and beyond. Instructors may be assigned to specific courses or placed in a pool for future assignments across modalities including in-person, online, hybrid, or virtual formats.

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree (or higher) in the discipline or related field, or a Master’s with 18 graduate hours in the field.

Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher in the discipline or related field
OR Master’s with 18 graduate hours in the field
Experience teaching college-level Writing courses preferred

Responsibilities

Instruct students in Writing and support achievement of learning outcomes
Follow protocols for presence, responsiveness, grading, attendance, and assessment
Use effective classroom management and adapt delivery to modalities
Maintain competency and currency in teaching and participate in collegial college activities

Skills

Experience teaching writing

Experience teaching online courses

Learning management system

Adapt instruction for diverse learners

Assess student learning outcomes

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Master’s degree in discipline or related field

18 graduate semester hours in field

Tools

D2L Brightspace

Job description

We're excited you are considering a position with us. We welcome and celebrate the expansive experiences and contributions that all members of our campus community bring to the table, whether shaped by career history, academic study, or community engagement.

We're committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. For more information about working at Pima Community College, visit the Pima Careers page.

All employees are expected to live and work within the state of Arizona as a condition of employment. All selected candidates are subject to a successful completion of a background check.

The data we collect during the application process is used to evaluate your qualifications for the role you're applying for. All data is handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our privacy policy.

Position Summary

Position Type: Adjunct Faculty Pool- Writing

Salary: $1061 per load hour (most courses are 3-4 load hours)

Job List: External

Close Date: Multiple positions available- Applications will be reviewed as they come in with a closing date of Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 5:00 pm Arizona time

Please note, candidates for this position must be willing to teach in person, however all faculty may be asked to teach in multiple modalities, including virtual, online or hybrid.

About Pima Community College

At the core of Pima Community College's mission is serving our community and providing educational opportunities to all learners. We value inclusion and inquiry because diversity in people, experiences, and perspectives unlocks critical thinking, creativity, and innovation. With a focus on a culture of belonging and care, we are committed to nurturing a climate where all students and employees feel welcome, successful, and have opportunities to reach their potential. We are proud to be designated a Hispanic-serving Institution and are intentional with equitable actions that promote social and economic prosperity.

At Pima Community College we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information on Pima Communities commitments and its institutional population please visit our web pages About Pima , Diversity , and Reports & Data .

Position Summary

Pima Community College’s Communication’s Division is currently accepting applications to expand the pool of qualified Writing Faculty to teach academic level courses for the 2025-26 academic year and beyond. Candidates may be hired and assigned to specific courses or may be included in a pool for potential future assignments based on enrollment.

We Are Seeking Dedicated Part-time Instructors To Join Our Pool Of Excellent Adjunct Faculty Who Are Qualified To Teach College Level Courses In The Following Disciplines:

Writing (WRT)

Part-time/temporary faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. Instructors in these courses will be using active learning strategies, online resources and will provide equitable instruction for our students.

Pima Community College Offers a Wide Variety Of Instructional Modalities And Is Adapting To New Realities Created By The Global Pandemic. Our Classes May Be Offered:

Online
Virtual
Hybrid
Face-to-face
Dual Enrollment program in the High Schools, or in a high school’s virtual classroom

General Duties

Duties & Responsibilities

Instruct students in the content area and work with them on strategies to help them achieve academic success.
Follow established protocols for presence, responsiveness, grading, attendance taking, and assessment of student learning.
Use current, effective classroom management techniques.
Monitor and continuously improve instruction to ensure Student Learning Outcomes are met on a classroom, discipline/program, and College level.
Evaluate student performance.
Continually improve instruction utilizing appropriate delivery methods.
Maintain competency and currency in the teaching field(s), as well as in teaching strategies, subject delivery modalities, and assessment methods.
Work collaboratively with faculty, staff and students and utilize a collegial style in all forms of communication.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

Master’s degree (or higher) in the discipline or a related field of study

OR Master’s degree in any discipline and 18 graduate semester hours in the field of study

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

The ideal candidate will have knowledge, skills, and abilities related to:

Experience teaching Writing courses
Experience teaching online courses and/or alternative instructional formats
Experience using a Learning Management System, preferably D2L Brightspace
Student learning styles: ability to adapt and modify instruction based on the instructional needs of students, including working with accommodations and accessibility
Evaluation of students' educational progress: ability to maintain high instruction and learning standards and assess students' academic progress in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes
Competencies in diversity and inclusion: knowledge of diverse community college student populations, and the ability to address diversity in effective instructional practice and student learning

Degrees and courses qualifying for Pima Community College teaching certification must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants currently in progress for a degree or additional coursework to meet the minimum qualifications must have the degree conferred and/or coursework prior to an offer to teach.

A degree from any college outside of the United States (even if the transcript is in English) may need to be evaluated by a foreign transcript evaluation service. Pima Community College requires that applicants use an evaluation agency that is a member of NACES. Before ordering an evaluation, check with the Faculty Qualifications and Hiring Office to confirm whether you will need to complete this step.

Note: Pima Community College does not sponsor any employment visas for this position at this time. Preference is given to applicants residing in Arizona.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please email facultycertification@pima.edu. Office hours are normally Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

If you require assistance, or a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, please do not hesitate to contact Pima Community College Human Resources.

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