Adjunct Instructor - Sustainability Studies

About the role

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor - Sustainability Studies in the Department of Wildlife and Natural Resources.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
• Select instructional materials, design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc., and assess student performance.
• Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
• Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
• Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Serve as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Requirements

• Earned masters degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, or a closely related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned doctorate/terminal degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, or a closely related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
• Previous online teaching experience at the collegiate level.

Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for undergraduate and graduate-level instruction.
• Written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching activities.
• Ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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