Adjunct Instructor Department of Communication and Media (Online)
Location Beaumont, TX Job Type Part-Time Adjunct Job Number 202500415 Home Org College of Fine Arts and Comm Opening Date 12/10/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Exempt Job Summary Adjunct Instructors provide instruction in assigned courses within their academic discipline. This is a part-time, pooled position filled on an as-needed basis depending on departmental teaching needs. Essential Job Functions
- Teach courses at assigned times using current pedagogical methods, maintaining accurate records of student performance and grades.
- Maintain effective and timely communication with students, department chair, and other university personnel as appropriate.
Minimum and Desired Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
- Applicants should hold a graduate degree in the relevant teaching discipline or a closely related field. Additional qualifications may be required depending on accreditation standards or departmental needs.
- Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
- Commitment to teaching excellence.
Desired Qualifications:
- College or university-level teaching experience.
- Experience with online and technology-enhanced instruction.
Supplemental Information Key Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.
- Ability to foster a respectful and inclusive learning environment.
Physical Requirements:
- The essential functions of this position are primarily intellectual and relational.
The role requires the ability to:
- Communicate effectively in the classroom, online, and meeting settings.
- Engage with students, colleagues, and community partners respectfully and professionally.
- Utilize technology for teaching, scholarship, and administrative tasks.
Job Conditions:
- Indoors, classroom, and/or online instructional settings.
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.