Adjunct Faculty- Instructional Leadership

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University of West Alabama

Mar 30, 2026

The Department of Instructional Leadership and Support at the University of West Alabama invites applications for Adjunct Faculty to teach graduate-level courses in Instructional Leadership. This position supports the preparation of school leaders who are committed to student engagement and success, data-informed decision-making, and instructional excellence.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach graduate courses in Instructional Leadership in online and/or blended formats.
• Design and deliver engaging, high-quality instruction aligned with program outcomes and state standards.
• Facilitate meaningful discussions and provide timely, constructive feedback to support candidate growth.
• Assess student performance using clear, standards-based evaluation practices.
• Maintain regular communication with students and program faculty. Student emails should be responded to within 24 hours.
• Contribute to continuous program improvement initiatives as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by department leadership.

Adjunct appointments are made on an as-needed basis, depending on departmental needs and course availability. As such, an adjunct status does not guarantee assignment to teach courses in any given term, nor does it ensure a specific number of course assignments. Teaching opportunities may vary from term to term based on enrollment, program requirements, and scheduling needs.

• Earned doctoral degree in Instructional Leadership, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Demonstrated effectiveness teaching in online and/or blended learning environments.
• Evidence of strong instructional design and student engagement practices.
• Commitment to academic excellence, professional integrity, and student success.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience fostering inclusive learning environments that support diverse student populations.

• Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle).
• Experience teaching working professionals in graduate programs.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a P–12 school setting.
• Knowledge of school improvement processes, data analysis, curriculum leadership, or educational policy.
• Experience mentoring aspiring school leaders.

The University of West Alabama does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, hearing status, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability (including perceived disability), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any grievance process on campus, with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or other human rights agencies.