Adjunct Instructor - Business Computer Applications

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

Job summary

Weatherford College is seeking adjunct instructors for a continuous recruitment pool. Qualified applicants will be considered for teaching positions as openings arise. Instructors will be responsible for teaching in various formats, mentoring students, and assessing performance.

The role requires a Master's degree and experience in teaching face-to-face, creating an effective learning environment. Applicants must meet credential standards and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the teaching discipline or related.
• Experience teaching in lab settings.
• Commitment to creating a respectful learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Mentor students and facilitate learning.
• Assess student performance and submit grades.

Skills

Effective communication

Teaching in face-to-face settings

Creating effective learning environments

Using Canvas and Cengage Mindtap

Education

Master’s degree in teaching discipline

18 graduate semester credit hours in teaching discipline

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 adds the applicant to a pool that the departmental search committee may consider when a need arises for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool on an as‑needed basis. Should the review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Provide instruction to facilitate student acquisition of specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses.
• Mentor students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned (face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or dual credit instruction).
• Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications promptly.
• Assess student performance, including submission of final grades in a timely fashion.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior and be available to students by appointment.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings.
• Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels.
• Complete required training and other related duties as assigned.

Required Education

All faculty members must provide minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) credential standards which normally include an earned Master’s degree in the teaching discipline or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in the teaching discipline. Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application.

Required Experience

Experience teaching face‑to‑face in a lab setting.

Preferred Education & Experience

Experience teaching with Canvas and Cengage Mindtap.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses.
• Create a professional and effective learning environment in classroom and laboratory settings.
• Communicate effectively with students, college personnel and administration, peers, and public groups.
• Treat all persons with respect, dignity, and justice without discrimination based upon age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
• Exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources.
• Observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

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.

This posting is for an on‑campus teaching position at the main campus in the afternoon time slot.

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.