Philosophy Adjunct Instructor

Delta College Career Opportunities

Position Information

Position Title Philosophy Adjunct Instructor Employee Group Faculty Division/Department Philosophy Status

Part-time Faculty for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025

Position Summary Information

Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions

The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Are you interested in positively impacting students' lives? We are seeking collaborative, energetic, and innovative adjunct instructors for the Arts and Letters Division who are committed to student retention and success. Instructors are responsible for establishing and promoting an effective learning environment to maximize student learning. Instructors may be assigned to teach introductory and general courses in a traditional classroom and/or blended/hybrid settings as needed in the Arts and Letters Division at Delta College. Face-to-face classes meet in various locations such as the main campus, downtown centers, and dual enrollment partners.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach one to three Philosophy courses per semester, up to 12 credit hours.
• Ability to teach in a variety of formats, including incorporating online learning systems
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in associate degree level teaching for student success.
• Commitment to working with Dual Enrollment/Early College population in diverse settings
• Understanding of and ability to work with a diverse student population
• Use of email, internet-based resources, and common Office software
• Understanding of ADA requirements and willingness to create accessible materials
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Understanding Delta Mission/Vision/Values

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of Master's degree in Philosophy from an accredited institution of higher education by time of hire; area of specialization should be in applied or professional ethics
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills

Additional Experiences Considered

• College teaching experience at the introductory level
• Experience with dual enrolled students

Application Deadline

Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete an on-line application and attach a cover letter with position title, resume, and copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and/or certifications and licenses.