Adjunct Instructor - Agriculture & Consumer Science
Job Title
Adjunct Instructor - Agriculture & Consumer Science
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Adjunct Faculty Agriculture Education & Communication
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Tarleton State
University invites qualified applicants for anticipated part-time
Adjunct Faculty positions in the Department of Agricultural Education and
Communication . These positions are designed to support our
growing student enrollment for the 2025-2026 Academic Year at our
Stephenville, Fort Worth, and Waco campuses.
Successful candidates may teach up to six (6) semester credit hours
in their respective disciplines, delivering instruction in person,
online, or as necessitated by student demand for the following
areas: Agricultural Services and Development, Agricultural
Education, Agricultural Communication, Agricultural Mechanics, and
International Agriculture.
Additionally, they will be expected to hold office hours and
provide necessary support to students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
100% Teaching:
ā¢ Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or
laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students,
which may include general education core curriculum.
ā¢ Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and
design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
ā¢ Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and
evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and
curriculum improvements.
ā¢ Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking
skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration,
and hands-on learning.
ā¢ Provide academic support and guidance to students through
office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
ā¢ Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards,
and accreditation requirements related to teaching
responsibilities.
ā¢ Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and
pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and
engagement.
Other information:
ā¢ Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary appointments, assigned
per semester and on an as-needed basis.
ā¢ These temporary appointments are for the Academic Year
2025-2026 sub-terms.
Required Qualifications:
ā¢ Earned masters degree in the discipline or a closely related
field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate
hours in the teaching discipline.
ā¢ Excellent written and oral communication skills in
English.
Preferred Qualifications:
ā¢ Earned doctorate/terminal degree in the discipline or a closely
related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18
graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
ā¢ Previous online teaching experience at the collegiate
level.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a
level adequate for undergraduate and graduate-level instruction;
written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct
effective teaching activities; ability to interact with students,
staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative
manner.
ā¢ **Commensurate with experience***
Application Procedure:
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to
enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the
application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add
additional documents once the application materials have been
submitted via the "Submit" action.
Employment applications must include (required):
ā¢ Completed online application
ā¢ Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing
qualifications
ā¢ Curriculum Vitae or Resume
ā¢ At least 3 current professional references and their full
contact information
ā¢ Unofficial transcripts
Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all
job application data entered. Failure to provide all job
application data could result in an invalid submission and a
rejected application. āSee resumeā is not an acceptable entry in
the job application. Incomplete applications will not be
considered.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
the position is filled.
Official transcripts must be received directly from each
degreeāgranting institution prior to a letter of appointment being
issued.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a
criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon
the institutionās verification of credentials and/or other
information required by the institutionās procedures, including the
completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Adjunct Instructor - Agriculture & Consumer Science
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Adjunct Faculty Agriculture Education & Communication
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Tarleton State
University invites qualified applicants for anticipated part-time
Adjunct Faculty positions in the Department of Agricultural Education and
Communication . These positions are designed to support our
growing student enrollment for the 2025-2026 Academic Year at our
Stephenville, Fort Worth, and Waco campuses.
Successful candidates may teach up to six (6) semester credit hours
in their respective disciplines, delivering instruction in person,
online, or as necessitated by student demand for the following
areas: Agricultural Services and Development, Agricultural
Education, Agricultural Communication, Agricultural Mechanics, and
International Agriculture.
Additionally, they will be expected to hold office hours and
provide necessary support to students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
100% Teaching:
ā¢ Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or
laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students,
which may include general education core curriculum.
ā¢ Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and
design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
ā¢ Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and
evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and
curriculum improvements.
ā¢ Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking
skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration,
and hands-on learning.
ā¢ Provide academic support and guidance to students through
office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
ā¢ Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards,
and accreditation requirements related to teaching
responsibilities.
ā¢ Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and
pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and
engagement.
Other information:
ā¢ Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary appointments, assigned
per semester and on an as-needed basis.
ā¢ These temporary appointments are for the Academic Year
2025-2026 sub-terms.
Required Qualifications:
ā¢ Earned masters degree in the discipline or a closely related
field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate
hours in the teaching discipline.
ā¢ Excellent written and oral communication skills in
English.
Preferred Qualifications:
ā¢ Earned doctorate/terminal degree in the discipline or a closely
related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18
graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
ā¢ Previous online teaching experience at the collegiate
level.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a
level adequate for undergraduate and graduate-level instruction;
written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct
effective teaching activities; ability to interact with students,
staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative
manner.
ā¢ **Commensurate with experience***
Application Procedure:
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to
enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the
application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add
additional documents once the application materials have been
submitted via the "Submit" action.
Employment applications must include (required):
ā¢ Completed online application
ā¢ Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing
qualifications
ā¢ Curriculum Vitae or Resume
ā¢ At least 3 current professional references and their full
contact information
ā¢ Unofficial transcripts
Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all
job application data entered. Failure to provide all job
application data could result in an invalid submission and a
rejected application. āSee resumeā is not an acceptable entry in
the job application. Incomplete applications will not be
considered.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
the position is filled.
Official transcripts must be received directly from each
degreeāgranting institution prior to a letter of appointment being
issued.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a
criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon
the institutionās verification of credentials and/or other
information required by the institutionās procedures, including the
completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Apply Now
Apply Now