Online Adjunct - Environmental Science Instructor

Employment at Southwestern Michigan College; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwestern Michigan College invites applications for qualified adjunct instructors to teach online Environmental Science courses beginning Spring 2027. The role emphasizes delivering engaging online instruction and creating remote labs, with ongoing student accessibility and support.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or 18 graduate credits in Environmental Science, have online teaching experience, and are proficient with Moodle and instructional technologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or 18 graduate credits in Environmental Science or related field.
• Proven online teaching experience using remote delivery methods.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Moodle or other learning management systems.

Responsibilities

• Teach online Environmental Science courses beginning in Spring 2027.
• Create engaging online learning environments.
• Develop or adapt lab activities suitable for remote delivery.
• Maintain regular accessibility to students.

Skills

Online teaching

Organization

Communication

Email proficiency

Education

Master's degree or 18 graduate credits in Environmental Science

Tools

Moodle

Learning Management Systems

Instructional technologies

Email applications

Job description

Job Description Summary

Southwestern Michigan College is seeking qualified adjunct instructors to teach online Environmental Science courses beginning in the Spring 2027 semester. This position requires demonstrated experience in online teaching and proficiency with virtual laboratory instruction. Instructors are expected to create engaging online learning environments, develop or adapt lab activities suitable for remote delivery and maintain regular accessibility to students.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or 18 graduate credits in Environmental Science or a closely related field including environmental science coursework or related professional experience
• Demonstrated experience teaching online courses, including familiarity with best practices in remote instruction
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Proficiency with learning management systems (Moodle preferred), email, and general instructional technologies
• Applicants are not required to live within the service area; however, they must maintain permanent residence in either Michigan or Indiana.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Environmental Science or a related discipline, with previous teaching experience
• Community college or adult learner teaching experience
• Quality Matters (QM) training or certification, or equivalent experience with online course quality standards
• Experience designing or delivering virtual or simulation-based laboratory activities

Other Information

All applicants must demonstrate the ability to promote active and collaborative learning through a variety of teaching methods, as well as relate to students. Excellent organization and communication skills as well as the demonstrated use of instructional technology are required.