Adjunct Instructors for Fall 2026

OLIVET COLLEGE • Olivet, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Olivet, a liberal arts institution with an historical commitment to inclusion, diversity, and social justice, seeks in-person Adjunct Instructors for our general pool and for specific subjects for on-campus classes during the Fall 2026 semester. This posting is for in-person, daytime or evening instruction on The University of Olivet campus. Adjunct instructor positions are part-time, and teaching assignments will vary from semester to semester, with most classes meeting twice each week for 15 weeks. Students from underrepresented minorities constitute 26% of the current student body, with almost 20% of the student body identifying as African American. Approximately half of the student body is Pell grant eligible. Members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in specific subject or a related field; or, a Master’s degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate credits the specific field.
• Open to innovation and collaboration.
• Embrace Olivet’s relationship-based approach to pedagogy.
• Embody our commitment to inclusivity.

Nice To Haves

• Sample syllabus (optional)
• Student evaluations (optional)

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and grade students’ class work, assignments and papers.
• Prepare and deliver instructional materials (i.e. syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts) in-person and via the Online Learning Management System (Canvas).
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
• Compile, administer, and grade assessments.
• Participate in required reporting processes (i.e. grades, attendance, etc.).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level