Adjunct Faculty AY ; Fall Summer

Adjunct Faculty – All Departments

Job Type: Adjunct Faculty Pool

Academic Year:
Fall 2025, Spring 2026 and Summer 2026 of AY2026

Closing: Continuous

Reviewed: Applications will be reviewed by departments on an as needed basis only.

PLEASE APPLY ONCE PER ACADEMIC YEAR- (if you are interested in teaching any semester for AY 26)

Description

Montana Tech is establishing a pool of adjunct instructors to plan and teach courses in degree and certificate program areas such as:

• Biology
• Business Information & Technology
• Chemistry & Geochemistry
• Bachelor of Applied Science courses
• Computer Science
• Business & Computer Technology (Accounting, Associate in Business, Computer Networking, Health Information Technology)
• Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Geological, Geophysical, Petroleum)
• Health (Radiologic, CNA, Nursing and Medical Assistant)
  • CTS of Behavioral Health
    • The following must have 5 years recent experience in the last 20 years of direct or related mental health clinical care. Masters preferred
      • Mental Health and Addiction
      • Elements of counseling and treatment
      • Behavioral Crisis Management
• Information Technology and Information Technology & Design
• Material Science
• Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Nursing
• Safety, Health & Industrial Hygiene
• Statistics
• Trades & Technical {(Automotive, Construction, Drafting, Aerospace Welding, Machining & Welding Technology,) Carpentry, Historic Preservation, Metals Fabrication, Lineman}

Other General Education courses such as:

• English
• Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
• History
• Math
• Writing

Adjunct positions are part-time. Employment is contingent upon adequate enrollment. Class load is generally between one and three classes each Semester (fall, spring, summer) and contingent on need.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Deans, Associate Deans, and/or Department Heads or Program leads, adjunct faculty will engage in a variety of learning support activities to:

• Prepare and teach courses during the times and dates specified by the academic schedule;
• Design, develop and assess curriculum;
• Provide a course syllabus for each class, every semester
• Provide timely and accurate assessment feedback to students;
• Plan, supervise, and evaluate students' progress;
• Maintain related student records, evaluations, and progress reports;
• Consult with other college faculty and staff on issues relevant to students success and retention;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional effectiveness and learning outcome measures related to courses;
• Follow disciplinary procedures as prescribed and deal consistently and fairly with all students;
• Adapt to changing teaching schedules and situations (on campus, online, hybrid, etc.) as required by program;
• Effectively use computer applications where appropriate, including learning management systems;
• Incorporate pedagogies that support best learning practices;
• Work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences;
• Demonstrate respect for others;
• Other related duties as assigned and required.

Essential Attributes:

• Collaborative work skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Commitment to interdisciplinary learning;
• Commitment to pluralism and the ability to work effectively in a diverse workplace and educational environment;
• High level of energy, creativity, and motivation to design and implement effective teaching and learning practices;
• Tolerance for ambiguity and change;
• Experience in facilitating the success of individuals representing a broad range of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and ability backgrounds;
• Experience with non-traditional teaching methods.

Minimum Required Qualification:

Generally a Master's degree in subject area is required. For some disciplines, alternate credentials may be accepted.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years teaching at the post-secondary level
• Experience with course design;
• Experience with online and/or hybrid instruction;
• Experience or interest in the development of new STEM curriculum;
• Experience or interest in working closely with instructors from various technical fields to contextualize instruction.

Application Procedures and…