Adjunct Instructor/Technical Specialist- Other Specialized Areas

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE is seeking a part-time Adjunct Instructor/Technical Specialist for various specialized areas. This role involves teaching courses, mentoring students, and ensuring effective learning environments across multiple modalities. Candidates should possess relevant academic qualifications and experience, adhering to Southern Association of Colleges and Schools standards.

The successful candidate will create a supportive educational experience and be responsible for course assessments. The position offers flexibility, with potential teaching hours that may include evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Faculty must have appropriate degrees and competencies for teaching.
• Experience in workforce certificate or degree completion areas is required.
• Transcripts and certifications must be submitted.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Provide instruction to facilitate student learning outcomes.
• Mentor students inside and outside the classroom.

Skills

Teaching courses

Mentoring students

Assessment and grading

Creating effective learning environments

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree with 6-10 years experience

Associate degree with 2-5 years experience

Job description

Adjunct Instructor/Technical Specialist- Other Specialized Areas

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. 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.

Position Information

• Requisition Number: P0002714
• Open Date: 06/15/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Campus: Weatherford Campus [10]
• Full-time/Part-time: Part-time
• Job Type: Part-time Faculty
• Title: Continuing Education (CE) Adjunct
• Term: Other
• Is Grant Funded?: No

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.

Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Provide instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses.
• Mentor students in and outside of the classroom.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in all modalities.
• Provide timely feedback to students and respond to communications in a timely manner.
• Assess student performance and submit final grades in a timely fashion.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior.
• Be available to students by appointment.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings.
• Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels.
• Complete any required training.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

Technical Specialist Responsibilities

• Duties directly related to administrative, instructional/academic or student support programs.
• Tasks are non-routine and predominantly original and creative in nature.
• Position may require a degree or equivalent training/experience in the field.
• Minimal supervision is required.

Required Education

All faculty members must possess minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching courses designed for workforce certificate or degree completion. These standards include an appropriate academic degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline. Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application. Associate degree and/or 2-5 years work experience in the field of study; Bachelor’s degree and/or 6-10 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study; Master’s degree and/or 11-15 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study; Doctorate degree and/or 16+ years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study.

Posting Specific Questions

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Weatherford College website
  • Higheredjobs.com
  • Fort Worth Star Telegram
  • CareerBuilder.com
  • Weatherford Democrat
  • Mineral Wells Index
  • Denton Record Chronicle
  • Wise County Messenger
  • Weatherford College employee
  • Friend
  • Other
• Do you qualify for Veteran's Employment Preference per Chapter 657 of the Texas Government Code?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/vitae
• Cover Letter
• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Other
• Transcript 1
• Transcript 2
• Letter of Recommendation 1

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.