Adjunct - Philosophy

Lackawanna College; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Lackawanna College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Philosophy for Fall 2026. This part-time teaching role involves delivering courses, preparing lessons, and assessing student learning in a respectful, diverse environment.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's with 18 philosophy credits; prior teaching experience preferred. Courses may be taught in person or through TEAMS, with deadlines and professional expectations outlined by the Dean.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with at least 18 philosophy credits.
• Prior teaching experience in higher education or corporate settings preferred.
• Ability to adapt instructional methods to diverse learners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares lesson plans and teaches courses in person or via TEAMS.
• Maintains course materials, grades, attendance, and end‑of‑semester reflections.
• Communicates professionally with students and colleagues.
• Works with the Dean and College policies.
• Fosters inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Diversity sensitivity

Adapt instructional methods

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 18 philosophy credits

Job description

LACKAWANNA COLLEGE HAS BEEN VOTED ONE OF THE

“BEST PLACES TO WORK IN PA” FOR 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2023, 2024 and 2025!

Our mission is to provide a quality education to all persons who seek to improve their lives and better the communities in which they live. We provide our students with a direct path to a bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or one of many different professional certifications. Additionally, ourContinuing Education department helps put the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania back to work with modern career skills. Lackawanna is also one of themost cost-efficient regional higher education institutions.

If our mission inspires you, and you are willing to go the extra mile to help our students succeed, please feel free to apply for this or future employment opportunities for which you meet the minimum qualifications.Please know that only the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications can be considered, and only those selected for interviews will be contacted by a college representative. No phone calls, please.

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Adjunct Instructor – Philosophy

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES:

Adjunct instructors are part‑time faculty hired to teach a specified course/s on a per‑semester basis. The opportunity to continue teaching at the college is assessed every semester, and criteria for re‑employment include: Attention to administrative deadlines (i.e., setting up course prior to semester start, grading student work, tracking attendance), timely and professional communication with students and colleagues, and students’ course/instructor evaluations.

Current openings are for classes running for Fall 2026.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares lesson plans and instructs students in a classroom and/or virtual (TEAMS) setting.
• Thoroughly prepares and teaches all course lessons, considering diverse learners and accounting for current trends and industry regulations.
• Provides support and guidance to students to optimize learning outcomes.
• Completes and maintains all required documentation and records, meeting established deadlines, including, but not limited to, syllabi, grades, midterm and final grades, attendance, and end‑of‑semester reflection on Student Learning Objectives (SLOs).
• Fosters a professional and supportive classroom environment conducive to students learning, asking questions, thinking critically, and growing as individuals.
• Provides meaningful hands‑on application of material to reinforce transfer of learning.
• All other duties as required by the Dean.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrated sensitivity in working with students of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to adapt instructional methodologies for different learning styles.
• Ability to work independently and conscientiously.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask responsibilities.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy and encouragement.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with internal and external partners of the business division and the College.
• Commitment to fulfillment of the College mission.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree required, including a minimum of 18 credits in any combination of philosophy courses (e.g., ethics, morality, metaphysics, etc.).

EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated prior teaching experience in a corporate or higher education setting preferred.

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Deadline for applications, August 28, 2026.

In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and all other applicable non‑discrimination laws, Lackawanna College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran’s status, or genetic information in its educational programs and activities, admissions, and with regard to employment.

Lackawanna College is an accredited, private, non‑profit educational institution providing opportunities for career and personal development within selected associates degree, certificate and continuing education program.