Adjunct Instructor - Writing

Are you a passionate educator dedicated to fostering student voices and helping them master the art of written communication? Tohono O’odham Community College (TOCC) is looking for a dynamic Adjunct Writing Instructor to join our Writing and Humanities department. This is an opportunity to teach in a vibrant tribal community college setting where your work directly supports student success and institutional mission.

• Compensation
  : $1,000 per credit hour
• Job Status
  :
  Part-time, Exempt

As a Writing Instructor, you will create an engaging and effective learning environment through various delivery methods, including in-person, online (synchronous and asynchronous), and hybrid formats. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Teach writing courses using college-approved outlines while developing instructional materials that promote deep learning.
• Evaluate student work, provide frequent feedback, and connect students with essential college support services.
• Collaborate on curriculum development, review teaching materials, and select textbooks.
• Measure student learning at both course and program levels to continuously improve educational results.
• Assist in student recruitment and retention efforts while maintaining accurate student records and attendance.

• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, faculty, and administrators.
• The ability to establish positive relationships with individuals from diverse social and cultural backgrounds.
• Skill in using various teaching methodologies and instructional technologies to meet student needs.
• A team-player mindset ready to cooperate with staff to maintain a professional and positive educational environment.

• Master’s degree in the teaching field, or a Master’s in any field combined with 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching field.
• Valid Arizona Driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (no DUIs or major offenses within the last three years).
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and fingerprint clearance.

• Two years of teaching experience at the higher education level.
• Ability to speak and understand O’odham and/or Spanish.
• Knowledge and understanding of the history and contemporary issues facing Native people.

• Average work week is approximately 8 hours, though this varies based on grading and student correspondence.
• Instructors may choose to teach virtually (synchronously or asynchronously) or in-person.
• Primarily sedentary work in a typical office/administrative environment.
• Requires close visual acuity for computer work, data analysis, and extensive reading.

401(k) participation.

We’re an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.