Dynamic Adjunct: Business Communications Instructor

Maine Maritime Academy; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 6,300 - 7,700; Part time

Job summary

Maine Maritime Academy in Brunswick, ME seeks an adjunct instructor to teach BIW-HC110 Business Communications. This non-permanent position supports MMA’s programs in Ship Design and Ship Production and the BIW Apprenticeship. Two sections are planned for Spring 2027, with compensation starting at $3,500 per section.

The instructor will prepare contemporary teaching materials, supervise student work, and administer exams, with on-site/online office hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in their appropriate industry.
• Prior successful teaching/training experience desired.
• Membership in relevant professional organization(s).
• Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals, and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization.
• Must meet Academy criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Responsibilities

• Teach BIW-HC110 Business Communications a 3-credit undergraduate course taught as part of the Bath Iron Works Apprenticeship Program and MMA’s Associate Degree Programs in Ship Design and Ship Production.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum in Maine Maritime’s BIW Program in Ship Design & Ship Production.
• Assist in the development of learning materials, by preparing syllabuses and lesson plans and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.
• Develop, administer and mark exams and other assessments.
• Provide advice and support to students.
• Inform students of their progress by promptly returning assignments, quizzes, papers and exams
• Office Hours required per week: Varies by assignment, typically 1.5-3 hours, total in-person and online.
• Maintain an awareness and enforce fire and health and safety regulations applicable to the teaching location.

Skills

Teaching

Public speaking

Student supervision

Time management

Clear writing

Collaboration

Commitment to equal opportunity

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

3 years industry experience

Teaching/training experience

Professional organization membership

Scholarly work / publications

Assistant Professor criteria

Job description

Maine Maritime Academy in Brunswick, ME seeks an adjunct instructor to teach BIW-HC110 Business Communications. This non-permanent position supports MMA’s programs in Ship Design and Ship Production and the BIW Apprenticeship. Two sections are planned for Spring 2027, with compensation starting at $3,500 per section.

The instructor will prepare contemporary teaching materials, supervise student work, and administer exams, with on-site/online office hours as needed.