Adjunct, Ethics

Location: Nelsonville

1. Position Summary

Hocking College invites qualified and passionate educators to apply for a part-time Instructor

position in Introduction to Ethics. This course is part of the Associate of Arts curriculum and

fulfills the Humanities requirement under Ohio Transfer 36. The successful candidate will

demonstrate excellence in teaching, a student-centered approach, and a commitment to

fostering ethical inquiry and critical thinking in a face-to-face classroom environment.

2. Duties and Responsibilities

Provide face-to-face instruction for Introduction to Ethics on the Nelsonville

campus, using engaging, student-centered teaching methods.

Develop, deliver, and regularly update course content to align with program

outcomes and current ethical scholarship.

Create and assess assignments and exams that encourage critical thinking,

ethical analysis, and academic integrity.

Clearly communicate course objectives, expectations, and policies; maintain

accurate records of student performance, attendance, and grades.

Maintain weekly office hours and support students through timely feedback and

academic guidance.

Contribute to departmental initiatives, curriculum development, and program

assessment activities.

Participate in required faculty meetings, training sessions, and instructional

evaluations.

Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment while collaborating

with colleagues to support the mission of the college.

3. Qualifications - Education, Experience, and Skills

Master's degree in philosophy or a related field required must include at least 18 graduate

credit hours in ethics or a closely aligned discipline. Degree must be from a regionally or

nationally accredited institution.

College-level teaching experience preferred; evidence of ongoing professional development

(e.g., associations, seminars, research) strongly encouraged.

Demonstrated expertise in the subject area, along with knowledge of educational theory,

learner diversity, and student-centered teaching strategies.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a caring, student-focused approach in a

diverse, open-access learning environment.

Proficiency with educational technologies including email, learning management systems,

and student information systems.

Excellent organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.

Committed to confidentiality, collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement in

support of student learning and institutional goals.

Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with

Disabilities Act (ADA).