Adjunct Instructor

Job Description

Champlain College invites dynamic professionals and educators to join our on‑campus adjunct faculty across multiple academic programs. This is your opportunity to shape the next generation of innovators while maintaining your professional pursuits.

• Industry professionals eager to share their expertise and give back to their field
• Entrepreneurs and business leaders who want to inspire the next generation
• Artists, writers, and creative professionals passionate about fostering new talent
• Working professionals seeking meaningful impact beyond their day job
• Retired or semi-retired experts ready to share a lifetime of wisdom
• Graduate students and recent PhDs building their teaching portfolio
• Freelancers and consultants looking to diversify their professional life

You'll Inspire And Guide Students Through

• Delivering dynamic instruction that bridges theory and practice
• Sharing real‑world insights and industry best practices
• Mentoring emerging professionals in your field
• Creating engaging curriculum that reflects current industry needs
• Providing meaningful feedback that helps students grow
• Contributing to our vibrant academic community

• Filmmaking & Cinematography
• Graphic Design & Digital Media
• Game Design & Development
• Psychology
• Education
• Law
• Computer Science & Information Technology
• Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
• Data Science & Analytics
• Business and Marketing

• Demonstrated excellence through professional work, artistic achievement, or academic accomplishment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment
• Teaching experience strongly preferred

Adjunct Instructor appointments are made on a per-semester basis, with courses primarily offered during Fall and Spring terms (Summer opportunities may be available). The teaching commitment includes:

• On-campus instruction for all scheduled class sessions and office hours
• Classes typically meet three hours per week
• Maintain regular availability for student consultation

Compensation is determined by credit hours taught, current collective bargaining agreement rates, and course assignments.

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter addressing the desired qualifications and how your experiences contribute to the academic excellence and inclusive community at Champlain College.

Applicants will only be contacted when positions become available that match their qualifications and our departmental needs. This may be several months after application submission, and some applicants may not be contacted if no suitable openings arise. Applications remain on file indefinitely.

The College seeks candidates who can enhance its mission through their work, life experiences, service, teaching, or research. Please include specific examples of how you would contribute to these efforts in your Cover Letter.

To streamline our hiring process and ensure fairness for all candidates, we manage all recruitment communications through our online application system. Please do not call regarding your application status. We’ll reach out directly if we’d like to schedule an interview.

The successful completion of a criminal background check is required as a condition of employment.

Champlain College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, religion, age, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, veteran or military service status, HIV‑positive status, qualified disability, or on the basis of any other status protected by law, and does not discriminate in the administration of its education and admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, employment practices or co‑curricular and other College‑administered programs.

Champlain College will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified students, applicants for admission or employment, or employees.

Champlain College is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming community. We believe that bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enriches education and strengthens our community. At Champlain, all members are valued as individuals and respected for their unique contributions.