Part-Time Finance & Economics Instructor

The Pennsylvania State University; Paxtonia (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University Penn State Harrisburg invites applications for a part-time Instructor to teach Finance/Economics courses for Fall 2026 and beyond. Instructors typically teach 1–3 courses per semester on campus, hold office hours, and engage with diverse student populations.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Economics or Finance (or PhD for graduate courses); PhD preferred and college teaching experience is valued. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Earned Masters Degree in Economics or Finance for undergrad courses, or a PhD for graduate courses.
• PhD in Economics or Finance is preferred for advanced courses.
• College-level teaching experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach one to three courses per semester on campus.
• Grade student work and submit progress reports.
• Use Canvas for course delivery and communication.
• Hold at least one office hour per three credits taught.
• Respond to administration and student emails.

Skills

Effective teaching

Diversity engagement

Student assessment

Education

Masters in Economics/Finance

PhD in Economics/Finance

Tools

Canvas

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University Penn State Harrisburg invites applications for a part-time Instructor to teach Finance/Economics courses for Fall 2026 and beyond. Instructors typically teach 1–3 courses per semester on campus, hold office hours, and engage with diverse student populations.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Economics or Finance (or PhD for graduate courses); PhD preferred and college teaching experience is valued. Background checks are required.