What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor - School of Humanities position at Inside Higher Ed?
Location: Utica, NY
Job Type: Part-Time/AdjunctWork Arrangement: This position requires on-campus instruction and presence in Utica, NY as needed.
Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community’s college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment.
The College is looking for exceptional colleagues. We seek candidates with: (1) an understanding of the college mission and teaching experience in a comprehensive community college; (2) a focus on student success in a learner-centered environment; and (3) a willingness to use technology to support learning in the academic setting, including on-line instruction and assessment of student learning outcomes.
MVCC's School of Humanities invites applications for part-time Adjunct Instructors to teach courses in: Composition, Music Appreciation, Philosophy, Ethics, History, Literature, Speech, College Foundations, Critical Thinking/Reading, and ESOL. Teaching faculty at MVCC have the primary responsibility of fulfilling the College mission of providing high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students.
Adjunct faculty members teach contracted classes in accordance with established policies and guidelines. We are seeking Adjunct Instructors to teach for in-person classes at the Utica campus between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications and availability of the individual and School needs
Overview of Job Duties:Facilitate classroom instruction; Teach assigned class in accordance with the learning objectives; Develop and maintain syllabus materials; Evaluate student performance; Maintain grades, enter midterm and final grades; Respond promptly to student inquiries; Maintain attendance records according to MVCC standards; Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process; Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using discretion, patience, and courtesy.
Qualifications
To view the minimum qualifications required to teach specificprogram courses within the School of Humanities, please visit:
MVCC Adjunct Faculty Minimum Qualifications
Successful candidates must reside in New York State and have the ability to work on campus as required.
Additional Information
To learn more about MVCC, our culture, and employee benefits, please visit: https://www.mvcc.edu/about/discover
Special Instructions to Applicants: In addition to the required application, all applicants should submit a cover letter describing their qualifications for the position and a detailed resume/CV. Please specify your area of expertise and preferred discipline(s). Official academic transcripts required upon hire.
Salary: Current adjunct rate
For full consideration, apply by: 6/29/2026
Mohawk Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action,Equal Opportunity Employer deeply committed to a community of excellence,equity, and diversity. MVCC maintains an inclusive learning environment inwhich students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities,governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse,multi-cultural, and global worldview. We value the many similarities anddifferences among individuals and groups. We are committed to preparingstudents to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in a world made up ofpeople with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds,religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, differentabilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran statusor on the basis of disability.
Job Type: Part-Time/AdjunctWork Arrangement: This position requires on-campus instruction and presence in Utica, NY as needed.
Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community’s college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment.
The College is looking for exceptional colleagues. We seek candidates with: (1) an understanding of the college mission and teaching experience in a comprehensive community college; (2) a focus on student success in a learner-centered environment; and (3) a willingness to use technology to support learning in the academic setting, including on-line instruction and assessment of student learning outcomes.
MVCC's School of Humanities invites applications for part-time Adjunct Instructors to teach courses in: Composition, Music Appreciation, Philosophy, Ethics, History, Literature, Speech, College Foundations, Critical Thinking/Reading, and ESOL. Teaching faculty at MVCC have the primary responsibility of fulfilling the College mission of providing high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students.
Adjunct faculty members teach contracted classes in accordance with established policies and guidelines. We are seeking Adjunct Instructors to teach for in-person classes at the Utica campus between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications and availability of the individual and School needs
Overview of Job Duties:Facilitate classroom instruction; Teach assigned class in accordance with the learning objectives; Develop and maintain syllabus materials; Evaluate student performance; Maintain grades, enter midterm and final grades; Respond promptly to student inquiries; Maintain attendance records according to MVCC standards; Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process; Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using discretion, patience, and courtesy.
Qualifications
To view the minimum qualifications required to teach specificprogram courses within the School of Humanities, please visit:
MVCC Adjunct Faculty Minimum Qualifications
Successful candidates must reside in New York State and have the ability to work on campus as required.
Additional Information
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.
- Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
To learn more about MVCC, our culture, and employee benefits, please visit: https://www.mvcc.edu/about/discover
Special Instructions to Applicants: In addition to the required application, all applicants should submit a cover letter describing their qualifications for the position and a detailed resume/CV. Please specify your area of expertise and preferred discipline(s). Official academic transcripts required upon hire.
Salary: Current adjunct rate
For full consideration, apply by: 6/29/2026
Mohawk Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action,Equal Opportunity Employer deeply committed to a community of excellence,equity, and diversity. MVCC maintains an inclusive learning environment inwhich students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities,governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse,multi-cultural, and global worldview. We value the many similarities anddifferences among individuals and groups. We are committed to preparingstudents to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in a world made up ofpeople with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds,religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, differentabilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran statusor on the basis of disability.