Adjunct Instructor; Philosophy

Position Information

Working Title:

Adjunct Instructor (Philosophy)

Position Number: FA9976

Appointment Type:
By semester:
Fall/Spring; FTE .563 (30 hours/week, 9 months)

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To teach General Education courses in Philosophy, especially Ethics.

• Teach and design instruction for introductory philosophy courses with emphasis on Ethics.
• Manage a classroom of approximately 35 students, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
• Utilize Canvas or similar technological tools for content delivery, assessments, and communication.

• Credentialed to teach courses in Philosophy, with a particular focus on Ethics.
• Strong classroom management skills for a 35‑student cohort.
• Proficiency with Canvas or comparable LMS platforms.

• M.A. degree in Philosophy or a related field with at least 18 hours of relevant graduate coursework.
• Experience teaching courses in Introductory Philosophy and/or Ethics.

No licenses or certification required.

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• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
• List of References

• Other Document
• DD‑214 (Veterans Only)

Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks and education/license verification prior to employment.