Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor — Online & On-Campus

tamus; Stephenville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Tarleton State University seeks an adjunct instructor in the Department of Criminal Justice to teach on-campus, online, or hybrid courses for the 2025-2026 year. This part-time role supports growing enrollment with up to six credit hours per semester, and includes office hours and student mentoring.

Applicants must hold a master's in Criminal Justice with 18 graduate hours in teaching and demonstrate excellent English communication. Online teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Criminal Justice with 18 graduate hours in teaching required.
• Excellent written and oral communication in English.
• Doctorate/terminal degree preferred for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments.
• Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate learning outcomes.
• Engage students in active learning and foster critical thinking.
• Provide academic support through office hours and mentoring.
• Adhere to university policies, integrity standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance learning.

Skills

English communication

Education

Master's degree in Criminal Justice

Doctorate/terminal degree (preferred)

18 graduate hours in teaching

Job description

Tarleton State University seeks an adjunct instructor in the Department of Criminal Justice to teach on-campus, online, or hybrid courses for the 2025-2026 year. This part-time role supports growing enrollment with up to six credit hours per semester, and includes office hours and student mentoring.

Applicants must hold a master's in Criminal Justice with 18 graduate hours in teaching and demonstrate excellent English communication. Online teaching experience is preferred.