History Adjunct Instructor

Salary:

$49.00 - $56.00

Hourly Location:

Multiple Campus Locations, MI Job Type:

Adjunct Instructor Department:

History Opening Date:

03/20/2026 Description Responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and supporting student success in assigned courses. Adjunct instructor positions are part-time. Teaching assignments will vary from semester to semester and are based on enrollment. Therefore, there may be semesters where no assignments are available.

Essential Functions Instruction:

Teach assigned English courses in accordance with the approved syllabus and learning outcomes.

Course Preparation:

Develop lesson plans, assignments, and instructional materials aligned with departmental standards.

Assessment:

Evaluate and provide timely, constructive feedback on student work; maintain accurate grading records.

Student Support:

Respond to student communications, and refer students to campus support services when appropriate.

Classroom Management:

Foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment and enforce academic integrity and conduct policies.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Submit attendance, grades, and other required documentation by established deadlines.

Compliance:

Adhere to institutional policies, accreditation standards, and applicable federal/state regulations. Adjunct instructors may also participate in limited departmental meetings or professional development activities as requested. Minimum Qualifications To teach all history classes candidates must have a Master degree or higher in History; Master degree or higher in another field with 6-9 graduate credits in History along with cross-disciplinary work that encompasses the discipline of history or; Master degree in Political Science with annotated transcript demonstrating how the applicable course work encompassed the discipline of History. To teach African-American History and/or Minority Groups in America candidates must have a Master Degree or higher in African American Studies, Ethnic Studies, Indigeneity, or Native American Studies or a Master degree or higher in another field with 6-9 graduate hours in the identified disciplines. Supplemental Information Jackson College only accepts on-line applications though this system. For assistance with this, please call 517-796-8468.Please use your legal first and last names on your application. If you are selected, you will have the opportunity to identify and utilize your preferred name. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess (even if you are repeating it from your resume or cover letter). For instance, do not say, "See Resume." Your resume and an unofficial transcript for the degree required must be attached to your application. Applications will be rejected if incomplete. When you apply for the position, you will get to the document upload area where you will be given an opportunity to attach your documents. Instructions will also be found there. Unofficial transcripts may be used as part of the selection process however those selected to teach at Jackson College will be required to provide official transcripts for all degrees held. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background as part of the employment process. Jackson College is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need. Adjunct instructors are not employed directly by Jackson College with the exception of those receiving a pension from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System. All others are employed by EDUStaff, LLC. If you are selected to teach at Jackson College you will be required to complete EDUStaff's employment application and on-boarding processes. A copy of Jackson College's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report is available on the JC Campus Safety & Security website. The security report contains crime statistics for the previous three years for all of our campus locations and the annual fire safety report, which contains statistics for any reported fires in campus housing units and fire safety systems in these buildings. Additionally, the report contains policies, available resources and information concerning personal safety, fire safety and reporting procedures for both crimes and fires. Applicants have rights under Federal employment laws (Download PDF reader) . Jackson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.