Adjunct Instructor- Economics

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE is seeking applicants for a part-time faculty position as an Adjunct in general education. The role involves teaching courses in various modalities, mentoring students, and creating an effective learning environment. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or have specific graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline.

This continuous recruitment is aimed at assembling a pool of qualified applicants for future openings in the academic year. All instructors are expected to adhere to institutional policies and engage in professional behavior.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or 18 graduate semester credit hours in the teaching discipline required.
• Ability to instruct in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses.
• Commitment to maintaining ethical and professional behavior.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline and facilitate student learning.
• Create and maintain effective learning environments.
• Assess student performance and submit grades promptly.
• Engage in instructional preparation and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Instructing in diverse modalities

Effective communication

Mentoring students

Assessment of student performance

Education

Master’s degree in the teaching discipline

Job description

Special Instructions

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.

Position Information

Requisition Number: P0005114

Open Date: 06/15/2026

Campus: Weatherford Campus

Job Type: Part-time Faculty

Title: Adjunct (general education)

Funding: Not Grant Funded

Position 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 which is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case a need arises for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on an as-needed basis. Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, as well as mentoring students inside and outside of the classroom. The adjunct faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned. Teaching modalities may be face-to-face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or within the context of dual credit instruction. Hours vary, depending on the need and course schedule, and may include day, evening, and/or weekend instruction. All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline and provide instruction that facilitates student acquisition of specific learning outcomes.
• Mentor students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in face-to-face, hybrid, online, or dual credit courses.
• Engage in instructional preparation and provide timely feedback to students.
• Respond to student communications in a timely manner.
• Assess student performance and submit final grades promptly.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior.
• Be available to students by appointment.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings and assess courses on departmental and institutional levels.
• Complete any 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Each adjunct faculty member must demonstrate the ability to instruct in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; to provide instruction that will achieve the specific goals and objectives associated with all assigned courses; to create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory; to communicate effectively with students, college personnel and administration, peers and public groups; to treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice, without discrimination; to exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources; and to observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

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.