Adjunct Instructor, Educational Leadership

Lamar University; Beaumont (TX); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

Lamar University is seeking part-time Adjunct Instructors in the Department of Educational Leadership to teach graduate-level courses. This role focuses on providing high-quality instruction aligned with the mission to prepare educational leaders for diverse contexts. Candidates should possess a graduate degree in Educational Leadership or a related field.

The ideal instructors will have strong communication skills, commitment to excellence, and the ability to engage effectively with students. The schedule is flexible based on departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in educational leadership or related subject matter.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned graduate-level courses using current pedagogical methods.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and grades.
• Communicate effectively with students and university personnel.

Skills

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Ability to design and deliver engaging instruction

Proficiency in innovative teaching strategies

Ability to foster an inclusive learning environment

Education

Graduate degree (master’s or higher) in Educational Leadership or related field

Doctorate in Educational Leadership or related discipline

Job description

Job Summary

Adjunct Instructors in the Department of Educational Leadership provide high-quality instruction in graduate-level courses aligned with the department’s mission to prepare educational leaders for diverse school and organizational contexts. This position is part-time and filled on an as-needed basis depending on program enrollment and departmental needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Teach assigned graduate-level courses using current pedagogical methods and maintain accurate records of student performance and grades.
• Maintain effective and timely communication with students, department chair, and university personnel.
• Other duties may be assigned to support departmental and university needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• A graduate degree (master’s or higher) in Educational Leadership, School Law, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in educational leadership or related subject matter.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student success.

Desired Qualifications

• Doctorate in Educational Leadership or related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in educational leadership or related subject matter.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student success.

Key Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging, rigorous, and relevant instruction for adult learners.
• Proficiency in implementing innovative and effective teaching strategies in online and hybrid environments.
• Ability to foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment.

Physical Requirements

• The essential functions of this position are primarily intellectual and relational.
• The role requires the ability to:
  • Communicate effectively in virtual and face-to-face settings.
  • Engage professionally with students, colleagues, and community partners.
  • Utilize technology for teaching, assessment, and administrative tasks.

Job Conditions

• Instruction occurs in online settings.
• Flexible scheduling based on course assignments and departmental needs.

Lamar University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.