Part-Time Adjunct Instructor: Engaging Higher-Ed Courses

Philadelphia University; United States; Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Medical insurance

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to deliver high-quality instruction across designated programs in a flexible, part-time capacity. The role involves developing engaging learning experiences, supporting student success, and assessing performance aligned with university standards.

The position requires subject-matter expertise, strong communication, and proficiency with LMS platforms. Teaching may occur in undergraduate and/or graduate courses, in a hybrid format.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant area.
• Less than 1 year of teaching or related experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard) and instructional technologies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction for assigned courses using established curricula, incorporating a variety of teaching strategies and technologies to engage diverse learners in both in-person and/or online environments
• Develop and implement lesson plans, assignments, and assessments that align with course objectives, ensuring content is current, relevant, and reflective of industry standards and academic best practices
• Evaluate and provide timely, constructive feedback on student performance, monitor academic progress, and offer guidance or interventions to support student achievement and retention
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date course records, including attendance, grades, syllabi, and required documentation, in accordance with university policies and accreditation standards
• Participate in faculty meetings, training sessions, curriculum reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to program quality, student outcomes, and institutional effectiveness

Skills

Subject matter expertise

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Student engagement

Curriculum alignment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant area

Tools

Canvas

Blackboard

Job description

Thomas Jefferson University seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to deliver high-quality instruction across designated programs in a flexible, part-time capacity. The role involves developing engaging learning experiences, supporting student success, and assessing performance aligned with university standards.

The position requires subject-matter expertise, strong communication, and proficiency with LMS platforms. Teaching may occur in undergraduate and/or graduate courses, in a hybrid format.