Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the required documents: Cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring a minimum of a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours of History. Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. Applicants needing assistance may call Human Resources at 405.682.7542. Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.
Position Information (Default Section)
Posting Number - Adjunct_0401958
Classification Title - Adjunct Professor
Working Title - Adjunct Professor of History
Datatel Position ID - SOSC6ADJHIST1A
Annual Hours - As needed or assigned
Placement Range - $740 per Credit Hour
Position Type - Adjunct Faculty
General Description - An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. This instruction may take place in either in-person or online classes or at the area high schools, teaching concurrent students. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.
What position does this position report to? - History Department Chair
What position(s) reports to this position? - None
Minimum Education/Experience - Master's Degree with 18 graduate hours of History.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle) Organization and attention to detail Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups Must be punctual Must be reliable
Physical Demands/Working Conditions - 1.GENERALPHYSICALREQUIREMENTS: Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. 2.PHYSICALACTIVITIES: This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently communicate with colleagues and students to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer; other office equipment and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents and answer email correspondence. 3.VISUALACUITY: This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. 4.WORKINGCONDITIONS This position's essential functions are performed in an indoor, classroom or office setting.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience in online course instruction. Online teaching certification.
Required Training
Work Hours - Day, evening, or weekend as well as campus and/or online as required by section assignment. The courses could be held on OCCC's main campus, at a high school, or another off-site location.
Department - Division of Social Sci.
Job Open Date - 05/08/2026
HR Contact - Beth Holmes
Special Instructions to Applicants - Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the required documents: Cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring a minimum of a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours of History. Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. Applicants needing assistance may call Human Resources at 405.682.7542. Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm
Job Duties
Job Duties (Position Specific) - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement) - An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/director agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom. In addition to the primary responsibility for supporting student learning, an adjunct faculty member is expected to: Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department. Participate in the assessment of general education outcomes. Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and College administrators. Attend meetings as required. Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline. Maintain license or professional certification specific to program requirements. Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments. Support the College's vision, mission, goals, and priorities. Adjunct course assignments are made by the Department Chair. This position may be expected to teach the following courses: HIST1483 United States History to 1877 HIST1493 United States History 1877 to Present HIST1613 Early Western Civilization HIST1623 Modern Western Civilization HIST1713 Survey of World Civilizations to 1600 CE HIST1723 Survey of World Civilizations Since 1600 CE HIST2013 History of Russia HIST2103 Oklahoma History HIST2133 Survey of Women's History HIST2203 Native American History
Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures) - Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures. Contribute to a safe educational & working environment. Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others. Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices. Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.