Adjunct Instructor Jobs in Kansas

Adjunct Instructor jobs in Kansas concentrate in higher education, community colleges, and professional development, with openings across the full range from first-time instructors to experienced department contributors. The most active hiring is in Wichita, Lawrence, and the Kansas City metro, where institutions like the University of Kansas, Wichita State University, and Johnson County Community College maintain consistent demand for part-time faculty. In-demand specialties include business administration, healthcare-related courses, and computer science and information technology. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerChenega Corporation
Top cityLawrence, KS
Cities hiring8
Work type67% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Residential Adjunct Instructor - Maternal-Child Nursing
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Residential Adjunct Instructor - Maternal-Child Nursing
Rasmussen University
Overland Park, Kansas
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$38 - $60/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Residential Adjunct Instructor - Maternal-Child Nursing
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Residential Adjunct Instructor - Maternal-Child Nursing
Rasmussen University
Topeka, Kansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$38 - $60/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Adjunct Instructor - Social Work
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Adjunct Instructor - Social Work
University of Saint Mary
Leavenworth, Kansas
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Remote (US)
Master's degree in social work
51-200

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Adjunct Instructor – Nursing Clinical
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Adjunct Instructor – Nursing Clinical
Butler Community College
El Dorado, Kansas
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
Master's degree in nursing
501-1,000

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Practical Nursing Adjunct Clinical Instructor
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Practical Nursing Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Manhattan Area Technical College
Manhattan, Kansas
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
On-Site
Bachelor of Science
51-200

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Adjunct Instructor Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lawrence
5 jobs
El Dorado
3 jobs
Manhattan
3 jobs
Leavenworth
2 jobs
Overland Park
2 jobs
Marion
1 job
Topeka
1 job
Wichita
1 job

Adjunct Instructor Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Chenega Corporation5 open roles
Butler Community College4 open roles
Rasmussen University2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in adjunct instructor jobs across Kansas.

  • Master's degree or higher in the subject area you plan to teach
  • Relevant professional experience in the academic discipline being taught
  • Strong communication skills for both in-person and online course delivery
  • Familiarity with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
  • Ability to develop and update syllabi and course materials independently
  • Flexibility to teach evening, weekend, or hybrid course formats

Adjunct Instructor Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a adjunct instructor in Kansas?

Becoming an adjunct instructor in Kansas typically requires a master's degree in the field you intend to teach, and Kansas community colleges and state universities generally follow the Higher Learning Commission credentialing guidelines, which set minimum graduate hour requirements in the subject area. No statewide teaching license is required for college-level adjunct positions, but individual institutions may require background checks and a teaching portfolio or sample syllabi before hiring.

Which companies hire adjunct instructors in Kansas?

Companies currently hiring adjunct instructors in Kansas include Chenega Corporation, Butler Community College, and Rasmussen University, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Kansas's network of community colleges and regional state universities drives much of the consistent part-time faculty demand across the state.

Which Kansas cities have the most adjunct instructor jobs?

Lawrence, El Dorado, and Manhattan have the most adjunct instructor openings in Kansas. Wichita's concentration of higher education institutions and a large adult-learner population fuels strong demand there, while Lawrence is anchored by the University of Kansas, and the Kansas City metro benefits from both Johnson County Community College and the broader cross-border university presence that draws consistent part-time faculty postings.

Are there remote adjunct instructor jobs in Kansas?

Yes, and more than most teaching fields, because online course sections at Kansas colleges have expanded significantly. About 33% of adjunct instructor openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how many community colleges and regional universities now deliver full degree programs online. General education courses in writing, business, and information technology tend to have the highest share of fully remote sections.

How can I get hired as a adjunct instructor in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to teach introductory or general education sections at a Kansas community college, where hiring criteria tend to be more flexible than at four-year universities. Institutions like Wichita Area Technical College and Kansas City Kansas Community College regularly bring on first-time instructors for high-enrollment core courses. Candidates with professional experience in a field, such as working accountants, nurses, or IT professionals, often have an advantage over those with only academic backgrounds, and completing a teaching practicum or earning a graduate certificate in higher education instruction can substitute for formal classroom time.

Where can I find and apply to adjunct instructor jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to adjunct instructor jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings from colleges and institutions across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your subject area and availability, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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