Adjunct Faculty, Leadership and Curriculum Studies

American College of Education

. Maintain a strong academic presence and pursue professional development in teaching, scholarly or creative works, and service .

Posted 9/25/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $50 - $126 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in higher education teaching and leadership, with a strong focus on developing online learning environments and fostering student engagement. Proven ability to synthesize performance data and support institutional policies while promoting a collaborative and ethical academic culture.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Earned Terminal Degree5+ Years Leadership Experience3+ Peer-Reviewed PublicationsHigher Education Teaching ExperienceExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Online Teaching DevelopmentCourse Content ReviewStudent Performance Data AnalysisEthical Conduct ManagementTime ManagementProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsVirtual Relationship DevelopmentTeaching Format AdaptationResearch and Creative Endeavors

Soft Skills

CollaborationProfessional CommunicationStudent EngagementLeadershipAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Online Learning PlatformsElectronic Media CommunicationRemote Work Technology

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationAcademic PresenceProfessional DevelopmentCollege MissionProgram QualityLearning EnvironmentPlagiarism ManagementSupplemental ResourcesProfessional SocietiesEmerging Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain a strong academic presence and pursue professional development in teaching, scholarly or creative works, and service
Report and work directly under the department chair
Interact directly with students in a professional manner
Facilitate a safe and productive learning environment
Respond promptly to student requests and contact inactive students as needed
Review course functionality and content to ensure high-quality delivery
Enhance course content with personal experience, insights, and professional knowledge
Monitor and provide feedback on assignments
Synthesize and report student performance data
Support program and institutional policies, procedures, and guidelines
Address ethical conduct, plagiarism, and copyright issues and report infractions appropriately
Direct students to supplemental resources
Collaborate with colleagues and college leadership, including attending required meetings
Promote the college vision, mission, and culture
Provide leadership within the individual sphere of influence
Participate in workshops, seminars, professional publications, networks, and professional societies
Maintain knowledge of emerging issues and trends related to the department
Support and promote research to ensure program and course quality
Communicate with students and employees in real time using online and electronic media

Requirements

What you’ll need

Earned terminal degree(s) in a field associated with the department
Minimum 5+ years in a leadership role leading others
Minimum 3 peer-reviewed professional publications and presentations
1+ year(s) experience in teaching and leadership in a formal educational setting
Higher education teaching experience strongly preferred
Experience using both traditional and non-traditional teaching formats
Demonstrated experience developing online/virtual professional relationships
Evidence of professional research and/or creative endeavors and expertise in the field
Exceptional communication, organization, and time management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and collaboratively with department personnel
Must support and embrace the College's Impact mission
Minimum internet bandwidth of 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload from the remote work location
Reliable internet service, with purchase, setup, installation, support, and maintenance the individual's responsibility
Candidates cannot reside in Alaska, Washington D.C., Massachusetts, South Dakota, or Alabama

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities to serve on paid committees
Payment for writing and developing courses
Virtual-first work environment
Inclusive work environment
Recognition as one of Indiana’s Best Places to Work
USA Top Workplace recognition