Adjunct Professor, Geology

Collin Corporate College

. Prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways .

Posted 11/5/2026part-timeMcKinney • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in teaching Geology and related disciplines, with a focus on culturally responsive teaching and adherence to college policies. Capable of delivering engaging coursework and managing diverse teaching assignments, including evening and weekend programs.

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Master's Degree In GeologyTeaching ExperienceAbility To Teach Evening And Weekend ProgramsKnowledge Of Culturally Responsive TeachingBachelor's Degree In Discipline/Qualifying Field

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Hard Skills

GeologyEarth ScienceGeoscienceGeophysicsMeteorologyOceanographyCourse PreparationCurriculum DevelopmentAssessment And EvaluationDual Credit Course Instruction

Soft Skills

Engaging Presentation SkillsAdaptabilityCommunication SkillsCultural CompetenceCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationFaculty StandardsCriminal Background CheckTranscriptsCollege Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways
Reflect the college's core values, culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field
Meet professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures
Teach courses according to the schedule of classes
Follow approved course descriptions and syllabi established by Division faculty
Perform other duties as assigned
Maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures, and core values
Teaching assignments may occur at one or more college campuses or off-site locations
Teach evening and weekend programs when assigned
May teach Dual Credit courses

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in geology or a Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in discipline/qualifying field
For lab sections, Bachelor's degree in discipline/qualifying field
Qualifying fields: Geology; Earth Science; Geoscience; Geophysics; Meteorology; Oceanography
Teaching experience is desired
Candidates must attach qualifying/conferred transcripts
Candidates must provide all required application materials
Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check
If selected for dual credit courses, an additional background check requiring fingerprinting with the TX DPS is required
Ability to perform in-person duties on campus or at another Collin College location
Ability to teach assignments that may include evening and weekend programs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time faculty position
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities
Equal opportunity employer