Environmental Studies Non-Majors Part-Time Instructor Pool 2026-2027

Part-time, term-by-term instructor positions available in the Department of Environmental Studies, College of Natural & Health Sciences.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more non-majors environmental studies courses (e.g., Environmental Science, Urban Sustainability, Biodiversity Conservation, Introduction to Geosciences). Course sections meet 4 hours per week per semester.
• Select course materials in consultation with the department Chair.
• Assist students both in and out of the classroom.
• Create course syllabus using learning outcome guidelines provided by the department and designed to meet general education goals of the University.
• Provide meeting time for students as needed.
• Administer and grade examinations and assignments.
• Manage online/paperwork grading system as needed.
• Assess and report student progress related to the general education goals of the University.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master's Degree in Environmental Studies or related field; Ph.D. strongly preferred.
• Experience teaching non-majors/introductory environmental studies courses preferred.

Application Materials

• Cover letter
• Resume

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.