Adjunct Instructor, Native American Studies

Flathead Valley Community College•Kalispell, MT

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Adjunct Native American Studies Instructor will teach Native American Studies courses as needed. Current need is an instructor to teach 3-6 credits for Spring 2026 or later. This position is for on-campus, face-to-face instruction. Teaching assignments may include day and/or, evening classes. Must be able to work collegially in a team environment. This is a temporary, non-benefits eligible position. Employment is determined on a course-by-course basis.

Requirements

The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education Policy 730 requires the following minimum qualifications for faculty in transfer programs/disciplines: Master’s degree in the field in which the course(s) reside; OR Master’s degree in a closely related academic discipline AND at least 9 graduate semester credits in the specific academic discipline.
Ability to effectively and safely teach content and technical material
Effective organizational and leadership skills
Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environment
Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community and students
Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC
Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships
Ability to follow and issue instructions
Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Ability to perform a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in a secondary, post-secondary or higher education environment
Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations

Responsibilities

Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner for successful student learning outcomes.
Fosters positive student and community relations.
Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements.
Integrates subject area with other related curricula.
Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process.
Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment.
Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed.
Actively participates in the development of a climate that promotes and supports innovation and efforts to continuously improve services to students, faculty, and the College.
Creates and maintains a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintains effective working relationships.