Adjunct, Economics

Posting Details

Position Information Adjunct Job Title: Adjunct Economics Disciplines: Adjunct Economics

Adjunct Job Description

Position Summary: Adjunct faculty teach principles of economics, macro, and micro courses as assigned based on Departmental needs. Faculty develop and/or present course materials and evaluate student progress in adherence with the core learning outcomes of assigned courses. Adjunct faculty are expected to adhere to Department and College requirements, work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community, and use varying teaching styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse multicultural workplace.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

1. Teach core principles courses in economics
2. Facilitate student mastery of core learning outcomes using the most relevant and scholarly tools available
3. Contribute to the development, planning, and implementation of a high-quality curriculum
4. Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and advancement of critical communication skills
5. Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving
6. Provide service to the College and community to support and enhance the College mission
7. Serve on committees and participate in department meetings
8. Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy by actively participating in professional organizations at the state, regional, and national levels and by engaging in other professional development opportunities
9. Appreciate and articulate the value of a strong general education program and uses that framework to mentor adjunct faculty members and students
10. Uphold and contribute to the achievement of the Frederick Community College Strategic Plan

Required Minimum Qualifications

1. A Masters degree with 18 or more graduate credit hours in Economics
2. Two years of college teaching experience or providing workplace training

Desired Qualifications

1. Two years of work experience related to the discipline area
2. Online and/or hybrid teaching experience

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, email, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through May 31, 2026. For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Dr. Joshua M. Paiz at jpaiz@frederick.edu or 301-624-2804.

Frederick Community College Prohibits Discrimination

Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Frederick Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Frederick Community College values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Non-Discrimination Statement

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Essential Personnel

Telework Eligible

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.

What is the highest level of education attained? (GED, High School Diploma, Associates Degree, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree, PHD)

Applicants must be willing to accept a class assignment within the next academic year. Please indicate your availability below - day, evening, weekends.

Open-Ended Question:

Are you available for in-person, on-campus teaching assignments? Y/N

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents:

• Resume
• CV
• Optional Documents:
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts