Part-time Lecturer Jobs
Part-time Lecturer jobs are open across higher education, community colleges, and professional training organizations, from adjunct and visiting instructor roles to senior lecturer positions, with common specializations in humanities, business, and STEM disciplines. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Location: Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States
College of Education
Position: Part Time Lecturer
Opening on: Jun 17 2026
Closing on: Aug 3 2026
Employee Classification: LL - Adjunct Lecturer
Pay Grade: LL 00
Division: Academic and Student Affairs
Subdivision: Spec Ed and Comm Sci and Disorders
Department: College of Education
Campus Location: Main Campus
General Summary
The Eastern Michigan University Communication Sciences and Disorders Program invites applications for a part time lecturer. The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in the Communication Sciences and Disorders program area. This part-time appointment (no benefits) will begin in the Fall 2026 semester.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching may include a number of particular obligations which employees are expected to fulfill, including but not limited to: meeting with students during and outside of assigned classes, assessing student work and performance, preparing syllabi and course materials, providing copies of syllabi and course materials to their supervisor on request, and assigning and submitting grades in accordance with established Eastern Michigan University schedules.
Perform related departmental duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
A graduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (or related field) and a certificate of clinical competence from the American-Speech-Language Hearing Association in speech-language pathology or audiology.
Preferred Qualifications:
College or University Teaching Experience is desirable.
Special Instructions:
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three current references.
Appointment Percentage:
100%
Location: Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States
College of Education
Position: Part Time Lecturer
Opening on: Jun 17 2026
Closing on: Aug 3 2026
Employee Classification: LL - Adjunct Lecturer
Pay Grade: LL 00
Division: Academic and Student Affairs
Subdivision: Spec Ed and Comm Sci and Disorders
Department: College of Education
Campus Location: Main Campus
General Summary
The Eastern Michigan University Communication Sciences and Disorders Program invites applications for a part time lecturer. The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in the Communication Sciences and Disorders program area. This part-time appointment (no benefits) will begin in the Fall 2026 semester.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching may include a number of particular obligations which employees are expected to fulfill, including but not limited to: meeting with students during and outside of assigned classes, assessing student work and performance, preparing syllabi and course materials, providing copies of syllabi and course materials to their supervisor on request, and assigning and submitting grades in accordance with established Eastern Michigan University schedules.
Perform related departmental duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
A graduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (or related field) and a certificate of clinical competence from the American-Speech-Language Hearing Association in speech-language pathology or audiology.
Preferred Qualifications:
College or University Teaching Experience is desirable.
Special Instructions:
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three current references.
Appointment Percentage:
100%
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Oakland University73
- California State University, Stanislaus51
- Sam Houston State University50
- Rutgers University46
- California State University, Los Angeles44
Top Industries Hiring
- Education543
- Healthcare & Medical Services20
- Science & Research6
- Government & Public Sector3
- Non-Profit & Social Services3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in Part-time lecturer jobs.
- Master's degree or higher in the relevant subject area
- Prior teaching experience at the college or university level
- Ability to develop course materials, syllabi, and assessments independently
- Strong verbal communication and classroom facilitation skills
- Familiarity with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Availability to teach evening, weekend, or hybrid course sections
Tips for Your Part-time Lecturer Job Search
Tailor your CV to course context
Hiring committees want to see syllabi you've designed or courses you've contributed to, not just degree credentials. List specific courses taught, enrollment sizes, and any student outcome data you tracked. Generic academic CVs rarely make the cut for part-time lecturer roles.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists part-time lecturer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target departments, not just postings
Many part-time lecturer openings are filled before they're widely advertised. Email department chairs directly with a one-page teaching statement and your CV, referencing any courses their catalog shows as understaffed or rotating among adjuncts each semester.
Quantify your teaching portfolio
Attach a teaching portfolio that includes sample assignments, a grading rubric, and anonymized student feedback. Search committees for part-time lecturer roles prioritize candidates who demonstrate classroom-ready materials over those who describe their teaching philosophy in abstract terms.
Prepare for a teaching demonstration
Most part-time lecturer interviews include a 15 to 20 minute sample lesson, often assigned a topic in advance. Practice delivering it to a non-specialist audience, since search committees frequently include administrators who won't have expertise in your specific discipline.
Negotiate course load and contract terms
Before accepting an offer, clarify the number of sections per term, whether the position is renewable, and how office hours are compensated. Part-time lecturer contracts vary widely, and terms that seem standard at one institution can differ significantly at another.
Part-time Lecturer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most part-time lecturers?
The companies hiring the most part-time lecturers right now include Oakland University, California State University, Stanislaus, and Sam Houston State University, with the largest share of openings in California, Michigan, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Community colleges and regional universities typically account for the highest volume of part-time lecturer postings at any given time.
How many part-time lecturer jobs are remote?
About 10% of part-time lecturer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with online delivery most common in business, writing, and general education courses. Lab-based and studio disciplines such as chemistry, fine arts, and nursing skills courses are least likely to be offered remotely due to hands-on requirements.
How do you become a part-time lecturer?
Earn at least a master's degree in your intended subject area, since most institutions require graduate-level credentials for instructors of record. Build a teaching portfolio with a sample syllabus and one or two course assignments. Apply to adjunct or part-time lecturer postings at community colleges, which hire frequently and often welcome candidates with professional rather than purely academic backgrounds.
Can you get hired as a part-time lecturer with little teaching experience?
Yes, many institutions hire part-time lecturers who have significant professional experience in a field even without a formal teaching history. Strong industry credentials, a well-designed sample syllabus for the course you'd teach, and a clear explanation of how you translate professional knowledge into instruction can substitute for classroom experience, particularly at community colleges and professional programs.
What does the part-time lecturer interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a document review of your CV and teaching statement, followed by a phone or video screening with a department representative. Finalists are usually asked to deliver a brief teaching demonstration on an assigned topic and then meet with a small search committee. Some institutions move quickly from offer to contract signing, while others require formal approval from a dean or provost.
Where can I find and apply to part-time lecturer jobs?
You can find and apply to part-time lecturer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find positions that match your subject area and availability, and apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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