Adjunct Instructor, Early Childhood & Family Studies

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition benefits for employee and 
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Job summary

Ball State University seeks qualified part-time instructors to teach undergraduate courses on campus in Family Science and related fields. Instructors may teach up to 3 courses per semester, based on departmental needs and qualifications. Candidates should have on-campus teaching capability and experience with Canvas.

Compensation ranges from $3,000 to $9,000. Start date is January 4, 2027, with benefits including tuition assistance and comprehensive health options.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Family Science, Human Development and Family Science, Child Development, Psychology, Social Work, or closely related field.
• Academic preparation or professional experience relevant to the assigned course.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, student-centered instruction.
• Develop and maintain course materials in Canvas.
• Assess student learning.
• Communicate regularly with students.
• Collaborate with program faculty as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

On-campus teaching ability

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Family Science or related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Ball State University seeks qualified part-time instructors to teach undergraduate courses on campus in Family Science and related fields. Instructors may teach up to 3 courses per semester, based on departmental needs and qualifications. Candidates should have on-campus teaching capability and experience with Canvas.

Compensation ranges from $3,000 to $9,000. Start date is January 4, 2027, with benefits including tuition assistance and comprehensive health options.