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Get Access To All JobsJob Title Dual Enrollment Lecturer or Adjunct Instructor in Communication 2026-2027
Location Alpine
Department Provost VPASA Academics
Job No. AFJ982
Posting Date 07/26/2026
End Date Until Filled
Salary $2,700 per 3 SCH course
Required
- Master’s degree in Communication or a related field with 18 hours of graduate work in communications.
- Classroom teaching experience.
Preferred
- PHD and prior University teaching experience.
- Dual Credit teaching experience.
- Blackboard experience.
Primary Responsibilities
SRSU seeks qualified, adjunct/part-time instructors to teach dual credit students enrolled in freshman- and sophomore-level university courses in Communications.
- Teach online, synchronous courses at a variety of days and times.
- Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
- Use a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines.
- Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress.
- Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
Security Sensitive:
This position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants. Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
Other Information
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/. The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu.
About SRSU
Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students.
From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit www.sulross.edu.
Job Title Dual Enrollment Lecturer or Adjunct Instructor in Communication 2026-2027
Location Alpine
Department Provost VPASA Academics
Job No. AFJ982
Posting Date 07/26/2026
End Date Until Filled
Salary $2,700 per 3 SCH course
Required
- Master’s degree in Communication or a related field with 18 hours of graduate work in communications.
- Classroom teaching experience.
Preferred
- PHD and prior University teaching experience.
- Dual Credit teaching experience.
- Blackboard experience.
Primary Responsibilities
SRSU seeks qualified, adjunct/part-time instructors to teach dual credit students enrolled in freshman- and sophomore-level university courses in Communications.
- Teach online, synchronous courses at a variety of days and times.
- Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
- Use a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines.
- Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress.
- Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
Security Sensitive:
This position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants. Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
Other Information
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/. The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu.
About SRSU
Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students.
From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit www.sulross.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Adjunct Instructor
Match your credentials to the course discipline
TN visa approval for Adjunct Instructors requires that your degree field aligns with the courses you'll teach. A philosophy degree won't support a chemistry section. Gather transcripts and credential evaluations before applying to specific postings.
Target institutions with existing TN hiring experience
Community colleges and regional universities that already employ international faculty understand TN documentation requirements. Departments of human resources at these schools can process your offer letter with the correct language USCIS expects.
Request a qualifying offer letter from your employer
Your offer letter must name the courses or subject area, confirm the academic term length, and state that the position requires a degree in the field. An adjunct contract alone rarely meets TN documentation standards without this specificity.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-sponsored Adjunct Instructor roles
Searching broadly misses institutions already set up for TN sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters adjunct postings by TN visa eligibility so you apply only where sponsorship is realistic for Canadian and Mexican applicants.
Understand how part-time contracts affect TN status
TN status is tied to the position described in your petition. If your institution reduces your course load mid-semester or moves you to a different department, notify your school's international office promptly, as a material change may require an updated filing.
Prepare for port-of-entry processing as a Canadian
Canadian citizens can apply for TN status directly at a U.S. land border or preclearance airport without a prior visa appointment. Bring your offer letter, transcripts, and citizenship proof. CBP officers adjudicate TN petitions on the spot, often within the same day.
Adjunct Instructor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Adjunct Instructor role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, provided the position fits the USMCA's 'College, University, or Seminary Teacher' category. The role must involve teaching at the post-secondary level, and your degree must correspond to the subject you're hired to instruct. Part-time and semester-based adjunct contracts can qualify, but the offer letter must clearly describe the teaching duties and academic credentials required.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for Adjunct Instructor positions?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no multi-month wait for approval. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship through a lottery with limited annual slots and a registration window each spring. For adjunct roles, which often start on short notice before an academic term, TN's same-day processing at the border or quick USCIS adjudication gives you a significant timing advantage over H-1B.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN petition?
Your sponsoring institution must provide a signed offer letter that specifies the subject matter you'll teach, the term or employment period, confirmation that a degree in the relevant field is required, and your job title. Some schools include a brief description of duties. Without all these elements, CBP or USCIS may request additional evidence or deny the petition outright.
Where can I find Adjunct Instructor jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job postings don't specify TN visa eligibility, which means you spend time applying to institutions unprepared to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters roles specifically for TN-eligible positions, helping Canadian and Mexican professionals find adjunct openings at schools already familiar with the USMCA teacher category and its documentation requirements.
Can Mexican citizens use the TN visa for Adjunct Instructor roles the same way Canadians can?
Mexican citizens qualify for TN status under the same USMCA occupational categories, but the process differs. Mexicans must apply for a TN visa stamp at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than seeking admission directly at the border. The academic credential and offer letter requirements are identical, but you'll need to schedule a consular appointment and allow additional processing time before starting work.