About the job
Position Summary & Essential Duties
The following duties, responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA`s), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. This information is subject to change as the position evolves over time.
SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the departmental chair, the Adjunct Professor will be responsible for teaching scheduled courses, fostering positive relationships with students, and promoting active learning. The instructor will also contribute to curriculum development, recommend textbooks, and revise course content as necessary. Administrative duties related to instruction should be completed promptly, and the instructor may be required to teach at satellite campuses during both day and evening hours.
Qualifications (Required and Preferred)
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A Master’s Degree in Economics or a related field, or a Master’s Degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in economics, along with two (2) years of relevant instructional experience.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will:
- Foster strong teacher-student relationships.
- Engage students in active, participatory learning.
- Create clear, innovative syllabi and course materials.
- Exhibit professional communication skills in both written and oral formats with students.
- Utilize technology to enhance instructional methods.
- Incorporate best practices in teaching.
- Be accessible to students for guidance and consultation.
- Seek feedback to improve teaching quality.
- Participate in professional development through conferences, workshops, and organizations.
- Develop and implement innovative course content based on current educational pedagogy.
- Demonstrate a commitment to integrating diverse perspectives into the curriculum.
- Exhibit innovative problem-solving skills within the classroom and the department.
- Maintain professionalism and respect in interactions with all faculty, staff, and students.
- Encourage collegiality within the department.
- Ensure timely completion of administrative responsibilities related to instruction.

