Adjunct Professor of History

Oklahoma City Community College; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 841,024 - 1,197,823; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma City Community College is seeking an Adjunct Professor of History. Responsibilities include delivering in-person or online courses, supporting curriculum integrity, and fostering student success. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History and strong communication and organizational skills. Familiarity with teaching platforms such as Moodle is a plus. Courses may be taught on the main campus or at local high schools. Flexibility in work hours is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with at least 18 graduate hours in History.
• Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills.
• Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in courses assigned by the department chair.
• Develop clear course objectives and effective presentations.
• Maintain a positive classroom atmosphere and respond promptly to students.
• Participate in assessments of student learning outcomes.

Skills

Human relations and communication skills

Basic computer skills

Flexible teaching style

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History

Tools

Microsoft Office

Moodle

Job description

Adjunct Professor of History at Oklahoma City Community College. The primary responsibility is instruction in in‑person or online classes or at local high schools. Secondary responsibilities include supporting curriculum integrity, encouraging student success, and promoting the college mission.

Reporting

Reports to the History Department Chair. No subordinates report to this position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History.
• Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office or similar software.
• Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles.
• Committed to helping students achieve their goals and attain a college education.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle).
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Support and willingness to teach in a competency‑based instructional system.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
• Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit.
• Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and understand content to assist students in interpreting concepts.
• Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups.
• Must be punctual, reliable, and professional.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in online course instruction.
• Online teaching certification.

Job Duties

• Provide quality instruction in courses agreed upon with the department chair.
• Develop clear course objectives, relevant class activities, and effective presentations of learning materials.
• Apply fair and understandable grading practices for credit classes.
• Respond promptly to students and maintain a positive classroom atmosphere.
• Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and department.
• Participate in the assessment of general education outcomes.
• Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and college administrators.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline.
• Maintain any required license or professional certification.
• Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed special assignments.
• Support the college’s vision, mission, goals, and priorities.

Potential courses to teach include:

• HIST 1483 United States History to 1877
• HIST 1493 United States History 1877 to Present
• HIST 1613 Early Western Civilization
• HIST 1623 Modern Western Civilization
• HIST 1713 Survey of World Civilizations to 1600 CE
• HIST 1723 Survey of World Civilizations Since 1600 CE
• HIST 2013 History of Russia
• HIST 2103 Oklahoma History
• HIST 2133 Survey of Women’s History
• HIST 2203 Native American History

Work Hours

Day, evening, or weekend as well as campus and/or online as required by section assignment. Courses may be held on OCCC’s main campus, at a high school, or another off‑site location.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Sedentary work with occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds.
• Frequent movement around the classroom to assist students.
• Regular use of a computer and other office equipment to prepare instructional documents and answer email correspondence.
• Required visual acuity for observing and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work.
• Indoor classroom or office setting.

Safety Policies

• Abide by Board of Regents policies and college policies and procedures.
• Contribute to a safe educational and working environment.
• Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices.
• Complete quarterly health and safety training.
• Participate in applicable emergency, evacuation, and shelter‑in‑place drills.

Background

Posting Number: Adjunct_0401958

Position Type: Adjunct Faculty

Annual Hours: As needed or assigned

Placement Range: $740 per Credit Hour

Job Open Date: 05/08/2026

Open Until Filled: No