Adjunct Instructor
About the role
Champlain College invites dynamic professionals and educators to join our on-campus adjunct faculty across multiple academic programs. This is your opportunity to shape the next generation of innovators while maintaining your professional pursuits. As a small, not-for-profit private college overlooking Lake Champlain, we're proud of our collaborative community where students work across disciplines to develop skills for emerging careers. Our adjunct instructors aren't just teachers - they're industry leaders, creative professionals, and passionate experts who bring the real world into the classroom every day.
Responsibilities
- Delivering dynamic instruction that bridges theory and practice
- Sharing real-world insights and industry best practices
- Mentoring emerging professionals in your field
- Creating engaging curriculum that reflects current industry needs
- Providing meaningful feedback that helps students grow
- Contributing to our vibrant academic community
Academic Programs Seeking Instructors
- Filmmaking & Cinematography
- Graphic Design & Digital Media
- Game Design & Development
- Psychology
- Education
- Law
- Computer Science & Information Technology
- Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
- Data Science & Analytics
- Business and Marketing
Qualifications
- Demonstrated excellence through professional work, artistic achievement, or academic accomplishment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment
- Teaching experience strongly preferred
Work Arrangement & Compensation
Adjunct Instructor appointments are made on a per-semester basis, with courses primarily offered during Fall and Spring terms (Summer opportunities may be available). The teaching commitment includes:
- On-campus instruction for all scheduled class sessions and office hours
- Classes typically meet three hours per week
- Maintain regular availability for student consultation
- Note that this role is a union position (Service Employees International Union (SEIU)) and all adjunct faculty members are required to pay fees or dues to the union
- Compensation is determined by credit hours taught, current collective bargaining agreement rates, and course assignments