YourPace Part-Time Faculty: Philosophy and Ethics

University of Maine System•Presque Isle, ME

1d•Remote

About The Position

The University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) invites applications for a part-time, remote Adjunct Faculty position in Philosophy and Ethics within the Bachelor of Arts program, offered through the YourPace competency-based education (CBE) model. This fully online, asynchronous, 8-week course emphasizes critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and reflective judgment, and fulfills the University’s General Education Inquiry and Analysis requirement. Adjunct faculty may serve as Instructors of Record and/or contribute to course development. Teaching assignments occur six times per year with multiple start dates. Faculty report to the Chair of Arts & Humanities and work closely with the Coordinator of General Education. There is also potential for curriculum development within an interdisciplinary undergraduate philosophy minor. UMPI is a public institution accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). YourPace is a flexible, subscription-based CBE program designed for adult learners. All courses are fully online and asynchronous. Adjunct faculty are compensated according to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements/MOUs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Philosophy
Experience teaching Introduction to Philosophy and/or Introduction to Ethics at the college level
College-level teaching experience in philosophy, ethics, or related humanities disciplines, particularly at the introductory or general education level
Experience using learning management systems and instructional technology
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with diverse students
Commitment to competency-based education and self-paced, mastery-focused learning

Nice To Haves

PhD in Philosophy
College-level teaching experience across a broad range of topics in Western philosophy as well as normative ethics for General Education students
Experience teaching upper-level philosophy courses, including Classical or non-Western traditions
Background or interest in applied ethics (professional ethics, bioethics, environmental ethics, social justice)
Experience teaching in CBE, online, hybrid, or nontraditional formats
Evidence of teaching effectiveness (student evaluations, peer observations, teaching portfolio)
Commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments supporting students from varied backgrounds and skill levels
Expertise and interest in developing curriculum for a philosophy minor in CBE

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction in a fully online, asynchronous environment
Teach assigned courses in Introduction to Philosophy and Introduction to Ethics, following approved curriculum and course outcomes
Facilitate student mastery of critical thinking, logical analysis, ethical reasoning, and reflective judgment
Provide timely, substantive feedback on assessments and projects (within 72 hours)
Guide students in developing skills in critical reading, logical analysis, ethical deliberation, and clear written communication
Support student progress in the CBE framework and maintain regular communication via email, Zoom, or phone
Utilize learning management systems and instructional technology effectively