Adjunct Science Instructor - Hybrid/Online Teaching

Alverno College; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 6,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Alverno College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor to teach courses in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, or General Science. Instruction may be delivered face‑to‑face, online, or in a hybrid format.

Adjunct instructors are hired on a per course basis with teaching assignments typically ranging from 2–12 instructional hours per week. We seek candidates with college‑level teaching experience and a strong commitment to inclusive education aligned with Alverno's ability‑based curriculum.

Qualifications

• Previous college‑level classroom and/or laboratory teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge, experience, or expertise supporting successful college‑level teaching.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach courses in the assigned discipline.
• Deliver engaging, high‑quality instruction using effective teaching strategies that foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Develop and/or refine performance‑based assessments aligned with course outcomes and Alverno's Eight Abilities, providing timely, meaningful written and verbal feedback to students.
• Promote student success through responsive communication, growth‑oriented feedback, and instructional practices that support diverse learners.
• Collaborate with STEM faculty to ensure a student‑centered educational experience and address student questions and concerns.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful engagement with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, social‑economic, or educational backgrounds.
• Comply with all laboratory safety regulations when teaching laboratory courses.

Skills

College-level teaching

STEM education

Diversity & inclusion

Instructional technology

Online teaching

Education

PhD in teaching discipline

Master's in teaching discipline or science education

Graduate degree + teaching experience

Job description

Alverno College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor to teach courses in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, or General Science. Instruction may be delivered face‑to‑face, online, or in a hybrid format.

Adjunct instructors are hired on a per course basis with teaching assignments typically ranging from 2–12 instructional hours per week. We seek candidates with college‑level teaching experience and a strong commitment to inclusive education aligned with Alverno's ability‑based curriculum.