Adjunct Instructor, College of Education and Human Services, Advanced
Graduate Programs
Location: St. Charles Campus · Type: Part time · Posted:
2026-06-08 · Reference: R0015946
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JOB TITLE SUMMARY
Job title: Adjunct Instructor
Evaluation group: Adjunct Instructor
FLSA status: Exempt
Positions Supervised: N/A
Summary
An adjunct instructor is responsible for teaching, service, and related
administrative activities. This position may also include academic advising,
program design, and student mentoring.
Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators
Teaching and Learning
Focus on the talents, interests, and future of the student by clearly
communicating learning goals and how those goals are assessed, teaching
course sessions in an organized way, providing time for reflection,
discussion, and application of ideas or information and by making learning
engaging and interesting.
Develop adaptive thinking and problem-solving skills by using examples or
illustrations to explain difficult points, encourage students to question
ideas or information in the subject, adjust instruction if students
experience difficulties in learning, help students to understand the
language and processes of the subject, and help students to think through
and solve problems, either by themselves or together as a group.
Further lifelong learning by providing useful feedback on tests or
completed assignments, using assessment results to provide extra help or
extended learning opportunities.
Establish a positive, productive, and respectful classroom environment
that is conducive to learning.
Hold all classes as scheduled and be punctual in starting and ending
classes.
Enforce/respect university policies, procedures, and rules and inform the
appropriate university official of any violations or inappropriate conduct
by students that cannot be redressed through normal faculty intervention.
Distribute the syllabus to each student enrolled in each course taught by
the first class meeting.
Follow the established course schedule, and when needed, provide written
notice of any substantial change(s).
Require use of the course text(s) to an extent that warrants purchase.
Ensure that students receive reasonable and timely assistance with course
assignments/assessments as requested.
Administer either an exam or other evaluative activity during the
scheduled final exam time for every course.
Determine final grades as per the method prescribed in the syllabus.
Mentoring, such as promoting volunteer opportunities, conducting research
with students, providing curricular enhancements or extensions, tutoring,
promoting resume-building initiatives, promoting responsible citizenship
inside and outside of the campus, promoting leadership opportunities,
connecting students with university resources, helping students to solve
problems or adapt their thinking, and promoting healthy and ethical
lifestyles.
Providing an unwavering example of professionalism.
Complete any other requirements as requested by the dean.
Shared Responsibility
Engage in scholarly activities and creative endeavors which contribute to
the academic mission of the university.
Supervise laboratories, independent study activities, and off-campus
learning such as practicums and internships.
Participate in shared governance assuming positions of responsibility by
volunteering for university events and initiatives, participating in co-
curricular activities, and recruiting.
Exhibit interpersonal effectiveness with and respect for students,
colleagues, and administrators by acting as a team player and coordinating
work behavior with colleagues.
Subject Matter Expertise
Design, develop, and teach assigned undergraduate and graduate courses and
seminars.
Job may require other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications – Required qualifications to effectively perform
the job. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will
be considered. (Additional requirements may be designated by position.)
Master's degree required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – May be representative, but not all-
inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with
this position.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to think critically and solve problems independently.
Ability to be organized and work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canvas
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly
associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
General office and/or classroom conditions.
Physical Abilities - Activities that are commonly associated with the
performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below
are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Stamina to teach class as required.
Ability to stand or sit for extended time periods.
Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of
the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions
given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of
the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees
may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically
presented in this description.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University
complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal
employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to
race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to
all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to
a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive
discrimination-free educational work environment.
