Adjunct/Part-time Lecturer (Multiple Positions)

Type of Position: Adjunct Faculty (Less than Annual Appointment, Fixed Term)

Institution: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

About the Role

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks non-tenure-track Lecturers in the College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education. Lecturers will lead classroom instruction, develop course content, grade and evaluate coursework and exams, and undertake other duties associated with their course and its modalities of instruction. Qualified candidates will be considered for positions in the following disciplines when openings arise:

• Anthropology
• Applied Communications
• Art and Design
• Education
• English
• History
• Mass Communications
• Music
• Philosophy
• Psychology
• Rhetoric and Writing
• School of Public Affairs
• Sociology
• Theatre
• Spanish

Responsibilities

• Meet classes as scheduled; notify the appropriate Chair/Director, Assistant Dean, or Dean in advance if absent, and arrange for a substitute instructor or assignments.
• Be accessible to students through email, wireless/cellular technology, or scheduled office hours, including arranging additional time for appointments as needed.
• Prepare and distribute syllabi in accordance with established procedures and guidelines; follow the published final exam schedule.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ academic standing; promptly provide final grades, attendance, and other required information.
• Respect the confidentiality of student information; refrain from discussing or releasing such information except within recognized limits.
• Evaluate students based solely on their academic performance and respond promptly to student grade questions and/or appeals.
• Follow university policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (required).
• Master’s degree in the field of instruction or equivalent experience (preferred).
• Experience teaching at the college level (preferred).

Skills

• Ability to navigate Blackboard and Google Suite.
• Clear and effective communication.
• Effective time management.
• Strong record-keeping abilities.

Additional Information

• This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
• No background check required.
• Benefits eligible: No.
• Constant physical activity: Talking, walking.
• Frequent physical activity: Sitting, standing.
• Occasional physical activity: Manipulating items with fingers, including keyboarding.