ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR SURVEYING

Inside Higher Ed; Frenchtown Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution seeks a part-time instructor to teach a Surveying class for the Construction Management program in Summer 2026. Responsibilities include covering essential theory, performing hands-on fieldwork, and relating surveying data to design practices. Candidates should have hands-on experience in surveying and possess an Associate degree in a related field. Teaching online and remote for theory is possible, making this a flexible role suited for experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Hands-on surveying experience in a surveying or civil engineering firm.
• Experience relating surveying data to design.
• Prior teaching experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Surveying class for the Construction Management program.
• Cover theory and terminology of land surveying.
• Incorporate hands-on fieldwork and modern surveying equipment.

Skills

Hands-on surveying experience

Knowledge of architectural and engineering design

Ability to teach online

Education

Associate of Applied Science degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Surveying

Job description

Position Summary

Part-time instructor needed to teach a Surveying class for our Construction Management program for Summer, 2026.

Essential Job Functions

Areas to cover include theory and terminology associated with the profession of land surveying, incorporating basic principles and field procedures with traditional and more modern surveying equipment. Hands‑on fieldwork is an essential component of the class.

Must be able to relate surveying data to architectural and engineering design, as well as the duties and skills of a surveyor. Online and remote teaching for theory is possible.

Requirements

Qualifications include hands‑on surveying experience working in a surveying/civil engineering firm. Associate of Applied Science degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Surveying, or equivalent experience desired. Prior teaching experience is preferred but not needed. Pay is commensurate with experience.