Part-Time Faculty - Arts and Humanities -Fall 26/Spring 27

Gordon State College; Barnesville (GA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Gordon State College invites applications for part-time faculty to teach courses in Communications, Spanish Language, and Theatre. Faculty will deliver high-quality instruction, develop and align curricula, and provide student support, feedback, and mentoring.

Required qualifications include a Master’s degree in a humanities area and at least two years of higher education teaching experience. Doctorate is preferred, with potential online teaching duties and non-benefited status.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Communications, Spanish or Theatre.
• At least 2 years teaching experience in higher education.
• Doctorate preferred in the specified humanities areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in the School of Education, Arts, & Humanities with high-quality delivery.
• Contribute to curriculum development and syllabus updates.
• Provide timely feedback, hold office hours, and mentor students.
• Assess student performance through assignments, tests, and projects.
• Collaborate with faculty to improve instructional quality and student success.
• Stay updated on teaching methods and research to improve effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate attendance and grade records.

Skills

Computers

MS Office

LMS experience

Education

Master's degree in Humanities or related field

Doctorate preferred

Tools

LMS: Blackboard/Canvas/Brightspace D2L

Job description

About Us

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state‑of‑the‑art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

Job Summary

Gordon State College is recruiting for part‑time faculty to teach courses in various disciplines including:

• Communication
• Spanish Language
• Theatre

Responsibilities

• Teaching: Teach assigned courses in the School of Education, Arts, & Humanities, ensuring high‑quality delivery of content and student engagement.
• Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development, review, and updating of course materials and syllabus to ensure alignment with academic standards.
• Student Support: Provide timely feedback on assignments, assessments, and exams; hold office hours for student consultations; and offer academic guidance and mentorship.
• Assessment and Grading: Assess student performance through assignments, tests, projects, and other methods as defined by the course syllabus.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with fellow faculty members to improve instructional quality and student success.
• Professional Development: Stay updated on teaching methods and research to improve instructional effectiveness.
• Administrative Responsibilities: Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and any other necessary documentation.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in an appropriate Humanities area (Communication, Spanish Language, or Theatre) with 18 or more semester credit hours in that discipline.

Two (2) years teaching experience in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate degree in an appropriate Humanities area (Communication, Spanish Language, or Theatre).

Three (3) – Five (5) years of teaching at the college level, preferably in an online environment.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial transcripts

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of computers.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products like Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience using Learning Management System (LMS), Blackboard, Canvas, Brightspace D2L, etc.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

Other Information

This is a part time, non‑benefited position.