Adjunct Instructor

Lindenwood University; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Lindenwood University in Saint Charles, Missouri, invites applications for an adjunct instructor position in Art and Design focused on education, service, and mentorship. The role is onsite.

Responsibilities include delivering structured classes, clarifying goals, providing feedback, mentoring students, and upholding university policies. A Master's degree and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking with the ability to solve problems independently.
• Well organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Canvas

Responsibilities

• Clarify learning goals and assessment criteria, deliver classes in a structured manner, provide time for reflection and discussion, and make the learning experience engaging.
• Foster adaptive thinking and problem solving by illustrating concepts, encouraging inquiry, adjusting instruction when learners struggle, helping students grasp terminology and processes, and guiding independent or collaborative problem solving.
• Support lifelong learning through constructive feedback on assessments and offer targeted extra help or extended learning opportunities.
• Create a positive, productive, and respectful classroom climate that supports learning.
• Begin and end classes on time and adhere to the scheduled session times.
• Uphold university policies and report any violations or inappropriate conduct that cannot be resolved through standard faculty intervention.
• Provide the course syllabus to all enrolled students at the first class meeting.
• Adhere to the established course schedule and issue written notices for substantial changes when necessary.
• Require use of the prescribed texts to a degree that justifies purchase.
• Ensure timely and reasonable assistance with course assignments and assessments as requested.
• Administer a final exam or other evaluative activity during the scheduled final exam time for each course.
• Determine final grades in accordance with the method outlined in the syllabus.
• Offer mentorship through activities such as research involvement, curricular enhancements, tutoring, resume-building, volunteer opportunities, leadership development, and connections to university resources, while promoting responsible citizenship and healthy lifestyles.
• Model professionalism in all interactions and duties.
• Complete any other requirements as requested by the dean.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including designing, developing, and teaching designated undergraduate and graduate courses and seminars.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Verbal communication

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Canvas

Adobe software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Adjunct Instructor position at Lindenwood University in Saint Charles, Missouri (onsite) focused on Art and Design education, service, and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Clarify learning goals and assessment criteria, deliver classes in a structured manner, provide time for reflection and discussion, and make the learning experience engaging.
• Foster adaptive thinking and problem solving by illustrating concepts, encouraging inquiry, adjusting instruction when learners struggle, helping students grasp terminology and processes, and guiding independent or collaborative problem solving.
• Support lifelong learning through constructive feedback on assessments and offer targeted extra help or extended learning opportunities.
• Create a positive, productive, and respectful classroom climate that supports learning.
• Begin and end classes on time and adhere to the scheduled session times.
• Uphold university policies and report any violations or inappropriate conduct that cannot be resolved through standard faculty intervention.
• Provide the course syllabus to all enrolled students at the first class meeting.
• Adhere to the established course schedule and issue written notices for substantial changes when necessary.
• Require use of the prescribed texts to a degree that justifies purchase.
• Ensure timely and reasonable assistance with course assignments and assessments as requested.
• Administer a final exam or other evaluative activity during the scheduled final exam time for each course.
• Determine final grades in accordance with the method outlined in the syllabus.
• Offer mentorship through activities such as research involvement, curricular enhancements, tutoring, resume-building, volunteer opportunities, leadership development, and connections to university resources, while promoting responsible citizenship and healthy lifestyles.
• Model professionalism in all interactions and duties.
• Complete any other requirements as requested by the dean.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including designing, developing, and teaching designated undergraduate and graduate courses and seminars.

Requirements

• Master's degree required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking with the ability to solve problems independently.
• Well organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Canvas

Technologies

• Adobe software
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Canvas

Job Title Summary

• An adjunct instructor is responsible for teaching, service, and related administrative activities.
• This position may include academic advising, program design, and student mentoring.
• Depending on the Art and Design sub-discipline, proficiency with technology tools, including Adobe software, may be required.

Work Environment

• General office and classroom conditions.

Physical Abilities

• Stamina to teach class as required.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended time periods.
• Regular attendance is an essential function.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination.