Adjunct Instructor, Economics

Wake Tech; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Wake Tech in Raleigh, NC, seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Economics to provide high-quality, flexible, part-time instruction across assigned courses. You will engage students, assess performance, and deliver curriculum aligned with college standards.

Responsibilities include preparing sessions, maintaining records, grading, advising students, and staying current with online teaching practices and learning technologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics or related field with 18 graduate hours in Economics.
• Experience teaching Economics is preferred.
• Proficiency with LMS and online/hybrid teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective instruction using diverse teaching methods and technologies.
• Prepare thoroughly for each class session and instructional hour.
• Maintain attendance, grades, and student performance records.
• Grade assignments and provide timely feedback.
• Counsel students regarding course progress and academic success.
• Develop instructional materials aligned with outcomes and standards.
• Design schedules, activities, and assessments aligned with curriculum.
• Utilize data to improve teaching effectiveness and outcomes.
• Stay current with industry trends and college guidelines.
• Use LMS for student support and course delivery.

Skills

Teaching methods

Online teaching

Communication skills

Student engagement

Assessment

Curriculum delivery

Time management

Record keeping

Independent work

Technology integration

Education

Master's degree in Economics

18 graduate credit hours in Economics

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Canvas

Job description

The Adjunct Instructor, Economics, is responsible for providing high-quality instruction on assigned courses on a part-time, temporary basis. This position supports student success through effective teaching, student engagement, assessment, and curriculum delivery in accordance with college and departmental standards.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

Instruction and Student Success

• Deliver effective, engaging instruction using appropriate teaching methods and technologies.
• Prepare thoroughly for each class session and instructional hour.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
• Grade assignments, assessments, and examinations and provide timely feedback.
• Counsel and advise students regarding course performance, progress, and academic success

Foster a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.

Course Development and Assessment

• Develop and maintain instructional materials that support course outcomes and College standards.
• Design course schedules, learning activities, and assessments aligned with approved curriculum.
• Utilize assessment data and best practices to improve teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
• Ensure course content remains current with industry standards.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to maintain program quality and instructional consistency.

Professional Responsibilities

• Remain current in instructional technologies, online teaching methodologies, and emerging trends in higher education.
• Utilize instructional technology and learning management systems to support student learning.
• Participate in professional development activities and training opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of departmental and College goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to use a variety of teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote student learning and engagement.
• Knowledge of online teaching methods, best practices, instructional technologies, and virtual learning tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and diverse populations.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated creativity, innovation, initiative, and motivation.
• Commitment to student success and helping learners achieve their academic and professional goals.
• Ability to integrate technology and industry-relevant tools into instruction.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule - Adjunct faculty are assigned courses based on departmental needs, qualifications, enrollment, and scheduling requirements. Courses may be offered during daytime, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid formats.

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in EconomicsOR a Master's degree in a related field with 18 graduate semester hours in Economics

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year or more of teaching, experience in Economics
• Experience teaching in face‑to‑face, online, and hybrid learning environments.
• Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS), preferably Blackboard Ultra and/or Canvas.