Adjunct Instructor- Developmental Reading/Writing

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Developmental Reading/Writing at the Weatherford Campus. This part-time position involves teaching courses aimed at enhancing students' reading and writing skills across various formats.

The ideal candidate will possess required academic qualifications ranging from an Associate to a Doctorate degree, combined with relevant industry experience. Responsibilities include creating effective learning environments and providing feedback to students.

Qualifications

• Minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards.
• Required documents: Transcripts, certificates, and/or licenses.
• Teaching experience in developmental reading and/or writing courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in developmental reading/writing across various formats.
• Create and maintain effective learning environments.
• Provide timely feedback and submit final grades.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to create learning environments

Professionalism

Education

Associate degree with relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience

Master’s degree with relevant experience

Doctorate degree with relevant experience

Tools

Moodle LMS

MySkillsLab

Job description

Adjunct Instructor – Developmental Reading/Writing

Position Summary: Weatherford College occasionally opens adjunct instructor roles. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous‑recruitment position. When an opening arises, the hiring manager will select from the applicant pool as needed. The role involves teaching courses in developmental reading and writing, facilitating student acquisition of specified learning outcomes, and mentoring students inside and outside of the classroom.

Location: Weatherford Campus.

Employment Type: Part‑time Faculty.

Security Sensitive: Requires satisfactory criminal‑history background check. Males, ages 18–25, must be registered with the Selective Service System.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in developmental reading and/or writing across face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, or dual‑credit formats.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment appropriate for each modality.
• Provide timely feedback, respond to student communications, and submit final grades promptly.
• Engage in instructional preparation, assessment of student performance, and course evaluation.
• Adhere to College policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings and complete required training.
• Be available to students by appointment and maintain professionalism at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching workforce‑certificate or degree‑completion courses. This includes an appropriate academic degree and demonstrated discipline competency.
  • Associate degree with 2–5 years of relevant work experience;
  • Bachelor’s degree with 6–10 years of relevant work experience;
  • Master’s degree with 11–15 years of relevant work experience;
  • Doctorate degree with 16+ years of relevant work experience.
• Required documents: Transcripts, certificates, and/or licenses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (or higher) in English, Reading, Education, or related field.
• ESL certification.
• 1–2 years of experience teaching developmental reading and/or writing.
• Experience using Moodle LMS and MySkillsLab.

Required Experience

• Teaching experience in developmental reading and/or writing courses.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Ability to instruct across face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual‑credit settings; to design effective learning environments; to communicate effectively with students, peers, and administration; to treat all individuals with respect and equity; and to uphold the College’s ethical standards.

EEO Statement

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities based on merit and without discrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity in educational programs, activities, admission, or employment practices.