Adjunct Instructors—AAMU Dual Enrollment

Alabama-A; Normal (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Alabama A&M University invites applications for Adjunct Faculty positions to support the continued strategic growth and expansion of the University's Dual Enrollment Program. AAMU seeks dynamic, student-centered educators who are passionate about academic excellence and committed to preparing high school students for success in college.

Adjunct faculty serve as part-time instructors responsible for delivering rigorous, engaging, college-level instruction while fostering an inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
• Experience teaching at the high school and/or college level is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the assigned subject area.

Responsibilities

• Teach college-level Dual Enrollment courses in campus-based, high school-based, online, hybrid, synchronous, and/or asynchronous environments.
• Deliver engaging instruction that promotes student success.
• Develop and maintain an inclusive learning environment for high school students enrolled in college coursework.
• Assess student learning, provide meaningful feedback, and submit grades on time.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respond to inquiries.
• Utilize Blackboard Ultra and other instructional technologies to support teaching and learning.
• Maintain accurate academic records and comply with university policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.
• Participate in faculty meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
• Collaborate with University administrators, department faculty, and K-12 partners to support Dual Enrollment goals.
• Serve as a positive representative of Alabama A&M University.

Skills

Student engagement

Communication

Online teaching

Collaborative

Education

Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution

18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Job description

The Office of Dual Enrollment within the Division of Academic Affairs at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University (AAMU) invites applications for Adjunct Faculty positions to support the continued strategic growth and expansion of the University's Dual Enrollment Program.

AAMU is seeking dynamic, student-centered educators who are passionate about academic excellence and committed to preparing high school students for success in college. Adjunct faculty serve as part-time instructors responsible for delivering rigorous, engaging, college-level instruction while fostering an inclusive learning environment that promotes student achievement, critical thinking, and academic readiness.

This is an outstanding opportunity to inspire academically talented high school students, expand access to higher education, and contribute to one of Alabama's fastest-growing Dual Enrollment initiatives.

Areas of Instruction

• Art
• Economics
• English
• Government (Political Science)
• Health
• History
• Mathematics
• Psychology
• Speech Communication
• Theatre
• Business
• Music

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach college-level Dual Enrollment courses in campus-based, high school-based, online, hybrid, synchronous, and/or asynchronous learning environments.
• Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction that promotes student success and academic excellence.
• Develop and maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for high school students enrolled in college coursework.
• Assess student learning, provide meaningful feedback, and submit grades in accordance with university deadlines.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respond promptly to academic inquiries.
• Utilize Blackboard Ultra and other instructional technologies to support teaching and learning.
• Maintain accurate academic records and comply with university policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.
• Participate in required faculty meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
• Collaborate with University administrators, department faculty, and K-12 partners to support the goals of the Dual Enrollment Program.
• Serve as a positive representative of Alabama A&M University while engaging students, parents, school partners, and the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the assigned subject area.
• Experience teaching at the high school and/or college level is preferred.
• Experience teaching Dual Enrollment students is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A commitment to student learning, academic excellence, and educational access.
• Strong instructional, communication, and classroom management skills appropriate for academically motivated high school students.
• The ability to effectively engage students in face-to-face and online learning environments.
• Proficiency with Blackboard Ultra or comparable learning management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
• The ability to work collaboratively with faculty, administrators, school district partners, and University staff.
• A commitment to diversity, professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement.