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Adjunct Instructor jobs are open across community colleges, universities, and online education platforms, from entry-level to experienced positions, with specializations in business, healthcare, and humanities disciplines. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Part-Time Evening Adjunct Faculty – LPN Program (Philadelphia Area)
Falcon Institute of Health and Science is seeking dedicated and passionate part-time clinical instructors to join our expanding Practical Nurse (LPN) Program in the Philadelphia area.
If you are looking for a flexible evening opportunity and want to make a meaningful impact by educating future nurses, we would love to hear from you!
Position Highlights:
- Schedule: 2 evenings per week
- Hours: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Compensation: $55/hour
- Flexible & supportive teaching environment
- Opportunity to contribute to a growing and respected nursing program
Requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree in Nursing (BSN) required
- Current RN license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- License must be in good standing with no annotations
Our LPN program is expanding, and we are looking for professionals who are passionate about sharing their knowledge, mentoring students, and shaping the next generation of nurses.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their resume.
Come be a part of Falcon Institute’s mission to educate and empower future healthcare professionals!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $55.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Guilford Technical Community College29
- Southeast Community College27
- Delaware Technical Community College26
- University of North Texas23
- Brandeis University21
Top Industries Hiring
- Education285
- Healthcare & Medical Services20
- Agriculture & Farming1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in adjunct instructor jobs.
- Master's degree or higher in the relevant subject area
- Prior college-level or university teaching experience
- Ability to develop and deliver syllabi aligned to accreditation standards
- Proficiency with a learning management system such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse student populations
- Availability to teach evening, weekend, or fully online course sections
Tips for Your Adjunct Instructor Job Search
Tailor your CV to each department
Departments hire for fit, not just credentials. Reorder your teaching experience and course list to mirror the exact courses listed in each posting, so hiring committees can immediately see you've taught what they need.
Highlight your student outcome results
Retention rates, course completion figures, or student evaluation scores carry real weight for adjunct candidates. Pull these from your institution's records and include them in your teaching statement or resume summary.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists adjunct instructor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by course modality, not just title
Filter for online, hybrid, or in-person openings separately. Many colleges post adjunct roles under different modality labels, and candidates who specialize in synchronous online delivery can miss relevant postings by searching only the base title.
Prepare a teaching demonstration you can adapt
Most adjunct interviews include a short demo lesson. Build a 10-to-15-minute module you can adjust for any course in your subject area, so you're not rebuilding it from scratch for every interview.
Negotiate course load before you accept
Adjunct contracts are often issued per course. Clarify section count, scheduling expectations, and whether additional sections may open mid-semester before signing, so your actual workload matches what you planned for.
Adjunct Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most adjunct instructors?
The companies hiring the most adjunct instructors right now include Guilford Technical Community College, Southeast Community College, and Delaware Technical Community College, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Community colleges and regional universities tend to post the highest volume of openings on a rolling basis throughout the year.
How many adjunct instructor jobs are remote?
About 18% of adjunct instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting steady growth in online course delivery across higher education. Fully online sections are most common in general education subjects like English composition, introductory psychology, and business fundamentals, where asynchronous formats are well established.
How do you become an adjunct instructor?
You typically need a master's degree in your teaching field, though some professional programs accept equivalent industry credentials. Build a teaching portfolio with sample syllabi and any student evaluation data you can gather. Apply to departments that align with your coursework or professional background, and be prepared to submit transcripts, a CV, and a teaching statement with your application.
Can you get hired as an adjunct instructor with little teaching experience?
Yes, many departments will hire candidates with strong subject-matter expertise even if formal classroom experience is limited. Highlight any guest lectures, workshops, training sessions, or tutoring you've done. Applying to continuing education programs or community colleges is often more accessible for first-time instructors, since those institutions frequently prioritize industry background over a full teaching history.
What does the adjunct instructor interview process look like?
Most adjunct hiring processes include a review of your CV and transcripts, followed by a brief phone or video screen with a department chair or hiring coordinator. Many institutions then ask for a teaching demonstration of around 10 to 15 minutes before a small committee. The full process from application to offer is typically faster than tenure-track searches, often wrapping up within a few weeks.
Where can I find and apply to adjunct instructor jobs?
You can find and apply to adjunct instructor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from colleges, universities, and online education providers across the United States. Search for roles that match your subject area and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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