Adjunct Instructor – U.S. History

Columbia College of Missouri; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 5,000 - 7,500; Part time

Job summary

Columbia College in Missouri seeks an adjunct instructor to teach HIST 121: American History to 1877 in the Spring 2027 semester. The class is in-seat and synchronous on campus in Columbia, MO, meeting M/W/F from 10:10 to 11:05 a.m. The course covers U.S.

history through 1877 with emphasis on key events and themes. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s Degree in History with graduate coursework in U.S. history; teaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in History with graduate coursework in U.S. history content.
• College teaching experience preferred.
• Graduate transcripts must be submitted with application materials.

Responsibilities

• Teach HIST 121: American History to 1877.
• In-seat, synchronous class on our home campus in Columbia, MO.
• Meetings: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 10:10–11:05 a.m.

Skills

Teaching

Lecture delivery

Student assessment

Education

Master's Degree in History

Job description

Adjunct Instructor – U.S. History

School:Arts & Sciences
Location:Columbia, MO
Type:Academic
Pay:$2500 per 16 week course ($833.33 per credit hour) forcourses with 7-20 enrollments. Pay rate may vary for low- orhigh-enrolled courses.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the UnitedStates; visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition.

Job Summary:

The Department of Humanities at Columbia College seeks an adjunct(part-time) instructor to teach HIST 121: American History to 1877 during the Spring 2027 semester. This is a U.S. history classcovering 1877 to the present day. It is an in-seat, synchronous,general education class taught on our home campus in Columbia,Missouri. Classes start on 11 January, and this class meetsMondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 10:10 to 11:05 a.m.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications include a Master's Degree in History, withgraduate coursework in U.S. history content. College teachingexperience preferred. Graduate transcripts must be submitted withapplication materials. In addition, please submit an updated CV,and an application letter which discusses teaching experience anddegree information.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements describedhere are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job.Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilitiesto perform the essential functions. Individuals seekingaccommodation should contact the Human Resources Department withoutdelay. While performing the duties of this job, the employee isregularly required to sit for long periods of time, talk, and hear.The employee is required to use hands and fingers to handle orfeel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop,kneel, or crawl. Employee must be able to type on a computerkeyboard and use a computer monitor on a regular basis.

Work Conditions:

The work environment conditions describedhere are representative of those an employee encounters whileperforming the essential functions of this job. While performingthe duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outsideweather conditions; however, possible exposure to hazards andphysical risks to personal safety may occur while operating certainequipment. The noise level in the work environment is usuallymild.

This position is designated by the institution as a “CampusSecurity Authority” (CSA). As a CSA, you are required to report anyinformation you receive about crimes occurring on or near campus tothe Director of Campus Safety.

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive of every duty and responsibility required by the employee in the position.

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The offer of employment and assignment to duties is contingent upona satisfactory criminal background check. The information may include, but is not limited to, academic, residential, achievement, performance, attendance, disciplinary, employment history, credithistory, driving history, and criminal history of public record.

Columbia College is committed to creating an inclusive employeeexperience for all regardless of race, color, national origin,gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. Thecollege maintains a safe place for open discourse and overall,fosters a sense of community that welcomes everyone.

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