Part-time Faculty - History

Point Park University • Pittsburgh, PA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Literature, Culture, and Society at Point Park University seeks part-time instructors to teach primarily introductory history classes on ground for the Spring 2027 semester. Instructors develop and prepare assignments and learning tasks aligned with an approved syllabus and the course goals and objectives. They foster a positive, inclusive, student-centered classroom, meet with students individually to answer questions and provide feedback, and work with the Program Coordinator to support instructional and program quality. Faculty also participate in professional development and follow the Collective Bargaining Agreement and department practices.

Requirements

• At minimum, a master's degree in any sub-field of history.
• Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods that enhance student success.
• Demonstrated ability to teach the courses and perform the duties effectively.
• Ability to use classroom technologies and online course management systems as needed, including smart podiums, digital projectors, and email.
• Ability to communicate well with students of diverse academic, ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds, including students with disabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with others.

Nice To Haves

• A doctorate or progress toward a doctoral degree.
• A master's degree in History or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching history at the college level.
• Recent successful teaching of history at the college level.
• Demonstrated inclusive teaching techniques and methodologies.
• Expertise and skill working with students in the classroom.
• Experience teaching diverse student populations.
• Ability to participate in assessment of student learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare assignments and learning tasks aligned to an approved syllabus and stated course goals and objectives.
• Participate in professional development activities and workshops.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and student-centered classroom environment.
• Set aside time for one-on-one meetings or conferences with students to respond to questions and provide feedback.
• Work with the Program Coordinator to ensure instructional and program quality.
• Follow guidelines and policies set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the department's practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time