Adjunct Pool Economics Instructor

Muskegon Community College; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Muskegon Community College is seeking qualified part‑time adjunct instructors for Economics within a flexible pool. Courses may be day, evening, or online and taught across main campus and extension sites.

The role emphasizes timely classes, effective learning environments, and regular reporting of student progress. Candidates should hold a Master’s degree or 18 credits in the discipline, with teaching experience preferred and a commitment to supporting diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the relevant discipline or 18 credits in that discipline.
• Prefer teaching experience at the college level.
• Ability to work with diverse populations representing different ages, backgrounds and cultures.
• Experience with instructional technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course, including day, evening, and online formats.
• Ensure courses meet on time and maximize student learning.
• Prepare and maintain reports related to student progress and learning outcomes.
• Grade assignments and provide timely feedback and final grades.
• Offer educational support during office hours or by appointment.
• Encourage student feedback via surveys and review results to improve success.
• Maintain ongoing professional knowledge and complete required trainings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Diversity & inclusion

Instructional technology

Education

Master's degree in discipline

18 credits in the discipline

Job description

Adjunct Pool Economics Instructor

Muskegon Community College, an associate degree-granting institution of higher education, is a center for lifelong learning that provides individuals the opportunity to attain their educational goals by offering programs that respond to individual, community, and global needs. We are seeking qualified candidates for Adjunct Instructors.

Pools and Application Policy

The Adjunct Instructor Pools are for applicants who are interested in teaching in the future as a part‑time adjunct instructor. The Pools are always open for applications, but that does not mean we have an immediate opening in the division. The Pools serve as a way for department chairs to view applicant materials in advance of a need and determine if the applicant will be approved to be added to their pool of eligible applicants. Should a part‑time instructional need arise in a given department, the department chair will first look at the approved applicants to see if anyone matches our needs, in which case they may contact the applicant to schedule an interview.

Unofficial transcripts must be submitted when applying.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Master's Degree in discipline or 18 credits in the specific discipline.
• Prefer teaching experience at the college level.
• Demonstrated ability to work with various populations representing a wide range of abilities, ages, nationalities and cultures.
• Experience with instructional technology preferred.

Responsibilities

1. Teach assigned course, which may include day, night, and online courses, as well as classes at the main campus and extension centers.
2. Classes are to meet on time for the full allotted time.
3. Establish and promote an effective learning environment that maximizes documented student learning.
4. Prepare, submit and maintain reports related to student learning.
5. Grade assignments in a meaningful way to promote continued student growth, returning graded assignments to students in a timely manner, and assigning final grades for all students within institutional deadlines.
6. Provide educational assistance to students during regularly scheduled and posted times (office hours) or by appointment.
7. Encourage student opinion survey completion for each class and review summary information available to assist with increasing student success.
8. Maintain levels of professional knowledge and expertise, including compliance training or mandatory hours.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands

• Detailed Work
• Student Contact
• Deadline oriented
• Problem Situations
• Multiple Priorities & Demands
• Emergency Situations
• Confidentiality
• On‑call Availability
• Continual Interruptions
• Working Alone
• Faculty Contact
• Working with Others

Physical Demands

• Sitting
• Carrying
• Up to 25 lbs. lifting
• Talking or hearing
• Speak in English via Phone or In Person
• Close, Distance, Peripheral, and Color Vision along with Depth Perceptions
• Ability to Adjust and Focus

Work Environment

• Exposure to wet, humid conditions (non‑weather), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat/cold; and moderate to loud noise levels.
• Normal office environment with little or no discomfort due to heat, dust, noise and the like.
• Ability to travel to all campus locations required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Muskegon Community College is an equal opportunity employer. MCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, political persuasion, disability, height, weight, veteran status, age or any other protected class in any of its educational programs, activities or employment. Minorities, women, veterans, and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply. To the extent required by applicable law, anyone with a disability will be reasonably accommodated by the College. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance in applying for this position, please contact the Human Resources Office.

Job Location: Muskegon, Michigan, United States

Position Type: Part‑Time