University Adjunct - Arts and Sciences

VP Area: Arts & Sciences

Department: Arts & Sciences

FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefit Eligibility: No

Position Summary: The Petree College of Arts and Sciences occasionally has openings for part‑time temporary adjunct instructors. Applying for a part‑time adjunct teaching appointment allows faculty chairs from across the College to access candidate materials if/when a teaching need arises throughout the current or future academic year. For a full list of degrees/disciplines, .

• Provide quality instruction for assigned courses. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices, timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom. Instruction may take place in traditional or online courses.
• Evaluate student learning, skills, and abilities. Ensure appropriate documentation of coursework and grades.
• Support the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the College and university.
• Adhere to all policies within the Oklahoma City University Faculty Handbook.
• Other duties as assigned

• Generally, a minimum of a master’s degree is required. Additional education requirements may vary by department.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.

• Computer skills sufficient to deliver online instruction (if applicable), navigate course management software, and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles.
• Ability to maintain course schedule through regular, punctual attendance.

• Classes are held at various times throughout the day and evening. Most classes are held in Walker Center, however, some may take place in other campus buildings.
• For those who would like or are assigned to teach remotely, the university currently supports residency in the following states only:
  Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Missouri, New Mexico, Oregon, and Virginia.
• Foreign national adjuncts must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship and will be required to provide information regarding their status after hire for international taxation purposes.
• Interested adjuncts must apply fully and online to be considered.
• Candidates who are selected and accept teaching assignments must provide their current CV and transcripts upon hire. All university employees must complete a criminal background check and mandatory training. Once hired, adjunct faculty are typically onboarded at least two weeks before the beginning of the semester to which they are assigned.