American Government (On-line) Dual Enrollment Adjunct

Fairmont State University; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking part-time educators to teach online American Government courses at Fairmont State University. Candidates must have at least 18 hours of graduate coursework in the relevant field and ideally possess a Master’s degree or higher. Responsibilities include preparing course materials, engaging with students, and maintaining records.

This role is vital to delivering high-quality education and requires effective communication and interpersonal skills. Adjunct instructors have a valuable role at Fairmont State University in supporting its academic mission.

Qualifications

• At least 18 hours of graduate work in the subject area.
• Prior teaching experience at both college/university and high school level is desirable.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and meet all designated class periods.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, lectures, and assignments.
• Engage students in active learning.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of subject area

Education

Master’s degree or higher preferred

Job description

Fairmont State University is a comprehensive, student-centered, state‑supported institution offering dozens of certificate and degree programs at the associate, bachelor, and master levels via40+ degree programs and over 150 programs of study. Fairmont State educates engaged citizens in a community distinguished by opportunity, growth, and achievement, delivering transformative impact for West Virginia and beyond. The university sits on a charming hilltop campus in Fairmont, West Virginia, a small, friendly city surrounded by nature with mountain resorts and major cities like Charleston, Pittsburgh, and Columbus all within a 2–3 hour drive.

Fairmont State University is seeking highly motivated professional educators to deliver online American Government courses to our Dual Enrollment student population. Dual Enrollment students are those currently in high school and are enrolled in university coursework for which they receive both college credit and credit toward their high school graduation requirements. Candidates should be very comfortable working with high school‑aged students in a non‑online modality, as well as coordinating with secondary K‑12 partners, and university faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses as scheduled and meet all designated class periods.
• Prepare course materials such as syllabi, lectures, and assignments.
• Engage students in active learning and facilitate meaningful class discussions.
• Assess student learning through examinations, quizzes, and other assignments.
• Provide timely feedback to students and maintain records of their progress.
• Maintain regular office hours for student consultation and support.
• Submit assessment reporting data and materials and participate in departmental assessment activities, as required by supervisor.
• Post syllabus and maintain gradebook in Blackboard or other official online course delivery platform.
• Coordinate on‑site student activities and evaluation with cooperating high school facilitators, as needed.
• Participate in Dual Enrollment faculty development offerings.

Minimum Required Education

• At least 18 hours of graduate work in the subject area of the course(s) to be taught. (Master’s degree or higher preferred.) All credits or degrees must be from a regionally or nationally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or equivalent.

Minimum Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at both the college/university level and the high school level is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the subject area of the course(s) to be taught.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student‑centered teaching.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Quality Matters certification preferred.

Special Conditions

• Part‑time faculty are appointed only for the current semester in which they are teaching, and no guarantees are made for continuing employment.
• Due to Affordable Care Act provisions, adjunct employees may not work for or hold an adjunct assignment more than nine (9) credit hours per semester total, or 27 hours per week. The hours can be divided between Fairmont State and another WV public institution/agency, but the total credit hours must still equal nine or fewer or 27 hpw or fewer. This stipulation is due to Affordable Care Act requirements and costs for the institutions.

Department

Enrollment Services

Employment Location

Main campus, regional sites, or online learning dependent on position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Fairmont State University invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach courses in multiple disciplines. Adjunct instructors play a vital role in delivering high‑quality education to our students and contributing to the academic mission of the university.

If you wish to apply for an adjunct position, please submit the following materials:

• Cover letter detailing teaching interests and qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
• Transcripts.
• Certification/Licensure (If appropriate to field of teaching expertise).