Adjunct Instructor - Ethics

Dunwoody College of Technology; United States; Hybrid; USD 1,156,000 - 1,646,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

35+ days off per year

Technology to support dynamic work

Job summary

Dunwoody College of Technology is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach Ethics as a part-time role. Courses run Fall Semester 2026 with multiple sections and times.

This position emphasizes learner-centered instruction via Dunwoody's LMS and timely, constructive feedback to support student success. Qualified candidates hold a Master’s degree in the subject area or related field, with ongoing professional development and a commitment to equitable teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the subject taught is required.
• 18 graduate credits in the content area are required.
• Master's in education with subject or adjacent field and ongoing professional development are required.

Responsibilities

• Foster a learner-centered classroom environment that supports equitable student learning and success.
• Teach established outcomes via Dunwoody's LMS.
• Use diverse engagement and assessment methods to reach course outcomes.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students.
• Maintain accurate grades and attendance records.
• Prepare and distribute syllabi per procedures.
• Evaluate students based on academic performance and intervene when needed.
• Submit information related to duties promptly.
• Be accessible to students outside class hours via email or MS Teams.
• Meet classes as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree in subject

Master's + 18 graduate credits

Education master's + content degree

Job description

Course Information

Position Type: Part time Remote Type: Onsite Salary Range: $1,017.00/a credit hour Job Shift: Job Description: Course Name: Ethics Course Description: Ethics is an opportunity for you to develop valuable critical thinking and moral reasoning skills both professionally and personally. The class is a practical overview of foundational ethical theories, questions, and issues in applied ethics. We'll examine a number of personal, social, and professional ethical issues; such as conflicts of interest, the environment, emerging technologies, business conflicts, societal inequalities, among many others. Semester: Fall Semester 2026 Day(s) of the week: Mondays & Wednesdays Class Time(s): 10:00-11:50AM

Course Name: Ethics Course Description: Ethics is an opportunity for you to develop valuable critical thinking and moral reasoning skills both professionally and personally. The class is a practical overview of foundational ethical theories, questions, and issues in applied ethics. We'll examine a number of personal, social, and professional ethical issues; such as conflicts of interest, the environment, emerging technologies, business conflicts, societal inequalities, among many others. Semester: Fall Semester 2026 Day(s) of the week: Mondays & Wednesdays Class Time(s): 12:30-1:50PM

Course Name: Ethics Course Description: Ethics is an opportunity for you to develop valuable critical thinking and moral reasoning skills both professionally and personally. The class is a practical overview of foundational ethical theories, questions, and issues in applied ethics. We'll examine a number of personal, social, and professional ethical issues; such as conflicts of interest, the environment, emerging technologies, business conflicts, societal inequalities, among many others. Semester: Fall Semester 2026 Day(s) of the week: Tuesdays & Thursdays Class Time(s): 12:30-1:50PM

POSITION OVERVIEW

The primary role of the ACHS adjunct faculty is to provide learner-centered instruction by engaging students in hands-on, applied high-impact practices that support equitable student success and provide evidence of student learning. The position reports to the Dean of Instruction.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS

• Foster a learner-centered classroom environment that supports equitable student learning and success.


• Teach established student learning outcomes and curriculum for the assigned course of instruction through Dunwoody's LMS.


• Use a variety of proven methods of engagement and assessment that facilitate learning of the established course outcomes.


• Provide students timely, constructive, encouraging, and corrective feedback.


• Maintain accurate student grades and attendance records.


• Prepare and distribute syllabi in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.


• Evaluate students based solely on their academic performance and connect with students whose progress may require an intervention.


• Submit information or materials related to assigned duties as requested by college administrators in a timely manner.


• Be accessible to students outside of class hours through Dunwoody e-mail, MS Teams, or other technology.


• Meet classes as scheduled.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications: List qualifications separately if different classes require a different set of qualifications

• A master's degree in the subject in which they are teaching


• Any master's degree and 18 graduate credits in the content area in which they are teaching


• A master's degree in education and a bachelor's degree in the subject or adjacent subject in which they are teaching, and evidence of maintaining current practices through professional development or work in their discipline

Since our founding, all who have worked at Dunwoody have been dedicated to the success of every one of our students. For over 100 years, we've held true to our values while continuing to discover ways to grow and become even more inclusive and innovative. Working in a collaborative, supportive work environment such as Dunwoody fosters a true team approach, with open communication and cross functional teams committed to getting the job done. In addition, Dunwoody offers a flexible work environment, including:

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangements, including on-campus and remote, that allow you to serve students while accommodating your work style


• An emphasis on work-life balance, including 35+ days off per year


• A focus on employee-managed, results-based work


• A full suite of technology to support dynamic work environments

As a smaller institution, Dunwoody empowers its employees to try new things, implement new ideas, and work with people who are willing to help one another grow. Because our faculty stay connected to their industries, they are true experts in their field, passionate about their work, and dedicated to educating and developing the next generation of employees.