Adjunct Instructor- Geography

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE is seeking qualified applicants for adjunct instructor positions. This role involves teaching courses across various modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats. Candidates will mentor students, provide timely feedback, and create an effective learning environment.

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in the teaching discipline and adhere to SACS standards. Responsibilities also include assessing student performance and maintaining professional conduct while contributing to faculty meetings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with credentials that meet SACS standards.
• Ability to teach face-to-face, hybrid, or online courses.
• Mentoring experience inside and outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline and facilitate learning outcomes.
• Assess student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings and maintain professional standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Instructional skills

Mentoring

Professional behavior

Education

Master’s degree in the teaching discipline

18 graduate semester credit hours in the teaching discipline

Job description

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. Being part of a pool, the applicant will be considered when a need arises during the academic year. The hiring manager will draw from the pool on an as needed basis. If your qualifications are selected, you will be contacted.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses.


• Mentor students inside and outside of the classroom.


• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities assigned (face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or dual credit).


• Prepare instruction and engage in instructional preparation for traditional and non‑traditional learning modes.


• Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications promptly.


• Assess student performance and submit final grades in a timely fashion.


• Maintain ethical and professional behavior, be available to students by appointment, and attend adjunct faculty meetings.


• Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels, complete required training, and perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required Education: Minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) credential standards; normally 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, or license must be submitted with application.


• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; create a professional and effective learning environment; communicate effectively with students, college personnel, peers, and public groups; respect all persons regardless of protected characteristics; exercise highest professional and ethical standards; observe College policies and procedures.

Other Requirements

• 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.

Equal 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. Weatherford College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status or genetic information in educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.