Astronomy Adjunct Instructor: Engaging & Inclusive Teaching

NC Community Colleges; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

NC Community Colleges is seeking an Adjunct Faculty in Astronomy to deliver accessible, high-quality instruction across classrooms, labs, and online settings. The role emphasizes equitable access, ongoing professional development, and alignment with program outcomes.

You will contribute to curriculum development and participate in institutional effectiveness processes while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Astronomy or related field with 18 graduate hours in Astronomy.
• At least one year of teaching or relevant work experience.
• Experience with distance learning and LMS platforms preferred.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion in learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accessible, high-quality instruction and promote student understanding of course outcomes.
• Instruct 13 or fewer contact hours per semester; prepare objectives, assignments, assessments, and materials; develop syllabi; align with course outcomes.
• Create an inclusive learning environment with Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
• Respond to student communications promptly and maintain accurate documentation of attendance and grades.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program outcomes; participate in program reviews and college initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

MS Office

Planning & Organization

Time management

Independent work

Ethics & confidentiality

Equity & inclusion

Education

Master’s degree in Astronomy

18 graduate hours in Astronomy

Tools

Moodle LMS

Ellucian Self-Service Portal

Video conferencing (Teams/Zoom)

Student success software

Job description

NC Community Colleges is seeking an Adjunct Faculty in Astronomy to deliver accessible, high-quality instruction across classrooms, labs, and online settings. The role emphasizes equitable access, ongoing professional development, and alignment with program outcomes.

You will contribute to curriculum development and participate in institutional effectiveness processes while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards.