Adjunct Instructor- Audio Engineering

Weatherford College; Weatherford (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Weatherford College is seeking qualified applicants for adjunct instructor positions. This ongoing recruitment adds candidates to a pool for when openings arise, requiring teaching in the approved discipline.

Applicants should be prepared to deliver instruction effectively across face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities, fostering student success through mentorship and engagement.

Qualifications include relevant degrees and experience in audio engineering or related fields.

Qualifications

• Three years in the audio/recording business or three years teaching audio engineering courses.
• Associate degree and/or 2–5 years work experience in the field of study.

Responsibilities

• Teaching courses in the approved discipline.
• Providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of specific learning outcomes.
• Mentoring students inside and outside of the classroom.

Skills

Ability to instruct in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses.

Effective communication with students, college personnel, administration, peers, and public groups.

Ability to create a professional and effective learning environment.

Education

Master’s Degree

Doctorate degree

Job description

Job Description Summary

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department. Applying for an adjunct appointment would add the applicant to a pool that is available to the departmental search committee for consideration when a need arises during the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from this pool on an as‑needed basis.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of specific learning outcomes identified for assigned courses, mentoring students inside and outside of the classroom, and creating and maintaining an effective learning environment in all modalities (face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, dual credit). Faculty are expected to

• maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures,
• provide instruction in both traditional and non‑traditional learning modes,
• engage in instructional preparation and provide timely feedback to students,
• submit final grades in a timely manner,
• maintain ethical and professional behavior,
• be available to students by appointment,
• attend adjunct faculty meetings,
• assess courses at departmental and institutional levels, and
• complete any required training and other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Associate degree and/or 2–5 years work experience in the field of study,
• Bachelor’s degree and/or 6–10 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study,
• Master’s degree and/or 11–15 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study,
• Doctorate degree and/or 16+ years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study.

All applicants must possess Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching courses designed for workforce certificate or degree completion. Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with the application.

Required Experience

• Three years in the audio/recording business or three years teaching audio engineering courses.

Preferred Education

• Master’s Degree

Preferred Experience

• Five or more years in the profession or in teaching or a combination of the two.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses.
• Ability to provide instruction that achieves the specific goals and objectives of all assigned courses.
• Ability to create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory.
• Effective communication with students, college personnel, administration, peers, and public groups.
• Respectful treatment of all persons, upholding non‑discrimination.
• Exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources.
• Observe the College’s policies and procedures.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.