Carthage College invites applicants to teach our 7-week program in Adult Undergraduate Studies . We offer undergraduate courses of study that provide opportunities for busy adults to pursue degrees on a part-time evening basis, at times convenient to their schedules. These positions report to the Department Chair within the respective course.

With several terms running each year, the College often seeks qualified adjunct instructors with a special interest and talent in teaching post-traditional students. Seven-week, evening courses are offered Monday through Thursday from 6-9 p.m.

Undergraduate subjects to teach

• Management operations
• Accounting
• Criminal justice
• Economics
• English
• Finance (master's degree must be from an AACSB-accredited program)
• Political science
• Religion
• Sociology

Job responsibilities

• Instructors provide classroom instruction and evaluate homework assignments, exams, and quizzes. Courses offered in the 7-week program meet once a week for 7 weeks so instruction should be delivered in a blended format so that learning outcomes are equivalent to traditional, semester courses. Participation in a blended-learning workshop is required for all instructors teaching with AUS.
• Instructors must be available via email outside of classroom hours.

Minimum education and experience required

Successful completion of a master's degree in the academic discipline in which you wish to teach. A doctorate, or other terminal degree as appropriate, is preferred.

• Requires excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills to effectively communicate with adult, nontraditional students.

• Requires the ability to use a personal computer and web browser, Learning Management System, Gmail, and Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Word and Excel.

How to apply

Apply online

Applications are reviewed continually on an as-needed basis. Application materials should include a cover letter and a curriculum vitae or resume. Be sure the letter of interest indicates the area in which you are interested in teaching so your materials are routed to the appropriate academic department. Submit these materials in the form of a single PDF document with the format "last name, department (i.e., management operations, economics, etc.)" through the apply now' button.

About Carthage

Founded in 1847, Carthage College combines an environment of reflection and self-discovery with a culture of high expectation, so that our students uncover and ignite their true potential. As a four-year private liberal arts college with roots in the Lutheran tradition, we place a strong emphasis on both moral and intellectual values. Our prime location in Kenosha, Wisconsin, midway between Chicago and Milwaukee, allows students the opportunity to learn in a professional context. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum on the shore of Lake Michigan is home to 150 scholars, 2,500 full-time students, and 900 part-time students. Our rich academic experience equips students with foundational knowledge and skills, preparing graduates to be lifelong learners, and to lead meaningful, productive lives.

Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.


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