Adjunct/Per Course Faculty, School of Teaching, Learning, and Developmental Science (Summer/Fall 2026)

Missouri State University

Springfield, MO

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Data Collection, Diversity, Faculty Administration, Federal Laws and Regulations, Healthcare, Legal, Military, Online Training, State Laws and Regulations, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Springfield, MO
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Details ================

Position Information -------------------

Position Title: AdjunctPer Course Faculty School of Teaching Learning and Developmental Science SummerFall 2026 Work Location: Springfield Campus Department: School of Teaching Learning & Developmental Sciences

Sponsorship Information ----------------------

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Term -----

  • SummerTerm: Begin Date - Spring Term: 05262026
  • FallTerm: Begin Date - 08102026
  • Maximum credit hours: Per Course faculty can teach 12 Credit Hours per 12 Month Period - Springfield Campus

Description of Primary Duties -----------------------------

Per course faculty teach by way of one of the following:

  1. Face-to-face on the Springfield campus
  2. Face-to-face on a campus other than Springfield
  3. Online or
  4. In a blended format that may include ITV or online teaching.

Per course faculty are responsible for fulfilling all teaching expectations and must collect and provide data from courses to support program reviews. Per course faculty must communicate with students, faculty, and administration associated with the course and program. Per course faculty represent MSU and its programs with professionalism and academic integrity.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications --------------------------------

Per Course Faculty should possess a masters degree or the equivalent professional experience in a field determined acceptable by the Dean.

Additional Qualifications -------------------------

For per course faculty in Child Life Education:

  • Per course faculty must have a minimum of three years experience working in a child life program in a healthcare facility
  • They must hold current certification as a Child Life Specialist or hold certification by the appointment date.

For per course faculty in Elementary education and Early Childhood Education:

  • A minimum of three years teaching experience and certification are preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants ---------------------------------

Missouri State University accepts applications for AdjunctPer Course Faculty to establish a pool of available candidates. By submitting an application for this posting, you are applying to be a part of Missouri State Universitys AdjunctPer Course Faculty pool for a potential course that may be offered in the applicable semester. There may not be a current opening. Applications and transcripts are evaluated prior to the selection of interviewees. To receive full consideration, include all documents requested by the department. Please attach an updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. Unofficial transcripts can be attached as an optional document to the online application. Official transcripts may be required at time of hire to comply with reporting requirements for Missouri Law.

Equal Opportunity Statement -----------------------------

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, including ancestry or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law, religion, sex, including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252.

Background Check Statement -------------------------

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Posting Detail ----------------

Open Date: 03022026 Close Date: 08242026 Posting Number: 20260008PCF Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/85225

Supplemental Questions ----------------------

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.

  • How did you hear about this vacancy? Indeed Linkedin Missouri State University Website Google Employee Referral Job Alerts HigherEdJobs.com Personal Contacts Networking Job Board CareerBuilder.com Monster Other Please specify the recruitment source where you located this posting. If you selected Employee Referral above, please list the name of the current MSU employee who referred you.

  • Do you have a Masters Degree? No Yes

  • What discipline is your Masters degree?

  • Are you a current full-time regular Missouri State University employee? Yes I am a current full-time faculty/staff University employee. No I am a current per course faculty member. No I am a current part-time staff University employee. No I am a current University graduate assistant or teaching assistant. No I am a current student University employee.

Applicant Documents ---------------------

Required Documents:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Optional Documents: Unofficial Transcripts 1 Letter of Recommendation 1 Non-confidential Letter of Recommendation 2 Non-confidential Other Documents 1 Certificate/License 1 Unofficial Transcripts 2

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