About this opportunity
Temple College lists this Adjunct Professor, English opportunity in temple, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location : 2600 South First Street Temple, TX
Job Type: Part-Time (Faculty)
Job Number: 00457
Division: Liberal Arts
Department: English
Opening Date: 09/02/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Salary Grade: Faculty
Salary Grade Ranking: Masters
Total hours required per week: To be determined by Department Chair.
Minimum Requirements: Master's Degree in discipline or Master's Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in discipline and two (2) years directly related instructional experience.
Work Schedule: To be determined by Department ChairThis is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.
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. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.
SUMMARY:
Under general supervision from the departmental chair, the incumbent teaches courses as scheduled, cultivates a healthy teacher-student relationship, and engages the students in active learning. The incumbent will make recommendations regarding curriculum changes, text selection, and content revision. The instructor will perform administrative aspects of instruction in a timely manner.
Qualifications (Required and Preferred)
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's Degree in discipline or Master's Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in discipline and two (2) years directly related instructional experience.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will: Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships.
Engage students in active learning.
Develop clear and innovative syllabi and course material.
Demonstrates professional written and oral skills in communications with students.
Utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.
Incorporates best practices.
Maintain accessibility to students for advisement and consultation.
Seek feedback to improve quality of teaching.
Attend conferences, workshops, or programs to enhance professional growth.
Participate in academic/professional organizations.
Develop and implement innovative course content based on current pedagogy.
Evidence a willingness to incorporate new concepts and theories to enhance professional growth.
Integrate a diverse set of perspectives and ideas into course curriculum.
Demonstrate innovative thinking to problem solve within the classroom, the department, and the institution.
Demonstrate respect and professionalism with supervisors, colleagues, and students.
Fosters collegiality within the department.
Evidence timely completion of administrative aspects of instructional responsibilities.
Participate in evaluation, recommendation, development, and/or revision of department instruction/curriculum.
Contribute to growth of the college by active involvement on task forces or committees.
Demonstrate participation in activities that contribute to the growth of the community.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION: Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
As a Temple College Employee, actively engage in the Temple College mission of creating a culture of caring by providing excellent customer service to all internal and external customers and embracing the core values of Temple College: Excellence, Integrity, Community, and Respect.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands
KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
Knowledge of teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
Knowledge of pedagogical practices relevant to discipline.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and departmental strategies.
Knowledge of the appropriate subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the respective discipline.
SKILLS: Possess effective communication skills.
Presentation skills.
ABILITIES Ability to provide effective teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
Ability to engage students in the learning process.
Ability to enable positive student learning outcomes
Ability to work with a diverse population.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Primarily light physical activity is required with occasional lifting and manipulation of objects up to 25 pounds. Keyboarding and computer use. Use of audio/visual devices.
WORK SCHEDULE:
To be determined by Department Chair.
This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is normally performed in an interior/office work environment. Travel to offsite centers may be required.
REPORTS TO:
Departmental Chair/Supervisor
Not a Benefits Eligible Position.
PAYROLL: Employees are paid by direct deposit through the last working day of the month. Actual deposits are paid on the last working business day of the month. All benefit deductions are taken at that time.
Worksite address
temple, TX, 76508, US
Who can apply
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