Instructor - Classics

Position Overview

The Department of Classics invites qualified scholars and professionals to apply for part‑time‑to‑full‑time positions for the instruction of face‑to‑face courses. The Instructor is an instructional, adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. This is a term appointment for the Summer 2026 semester. Renewal will be based on unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations, not to exceed two continuous semesters.

The Instructor is a union‑covered position within the collective bargaining unit represented by United Academics of Kansas University (UAKU). UAKU is the exclusive bargaining representative for the bargaining unit. As the State of Kansas is a right‑to‑work state, candidates may choose union membership without fear of repercussion.

Due to state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Candidates residing in California, Delaware, Idaho, or Minnesota are not eligible to apply.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start date.

• Teach in a specific field, developing course materials and managing syllabi, creating lectures and assignments, grading student work, advising students, and holding office hours.
• Collaborate with colleagues, stay current in the field, and adhere to departmental, school/college, and university policies and procedures.
• Prepare for and attend all class meetings. In case of absence, arrange an appropriate substitute. Classes should not be cancelled.
• Provide instruction throughout the semester, develop appropriate material for class sessions and/or discussion sections, lead discussion sections, grade assignments in a timely manner, and give students clear information about their progress and how to improve.
• Hold a minimum of three posted office hours each week, divided over at least two and preferably three different days, and be available for reasonable appointments if a student cannot meet during scheduled hours.
• Maintain an orderly grade book (using the department software) and clear records of all evaluations of student work. Materials should be turned in to the department at the close of the semester.
• Maintain standards of excellence in teaching and in the evaluation of student performance.

Undergraduate‑Level Courses:

Graduate‑Level Courses: