Adjunct Instructors for Fall 2026

Adjunct Instructors for Fall 2026

Criminal Justice (Corrections), Economics, Marketing and Sales, Financial Planning, Personal Training, Communications, Mathematics, Psychology

The University of Olivet, a liberal arts institution with an historical commitment to inclusion, diversity, and social justice, seeks in-person Adjunct Instructors for our general pool and for specific subjects for on-campus classes during the Fall 2026 semester.

This posting is for in-person, daytime or evening instruction on The University of Olivet campus. Adjunct instructor positions are part-time, and teaching assignments will vary from semester to semester, with most classes meeting twice each week for 15 weeks.

Students from underrepresented minorities constitute 26% of the current student body, with almost 20% of the student body identifying as African American. Approximately half of the student body is Pell grant eligible. Members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Primary responsibilities: Evaluate and grade students’ class work, assignments and papers. Prepare and deliver instructional materials (i.e. syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts) in-person and via the Online Learning Management System (Canvas). Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. Compile, administer, and grade assessments. Participate in required reporting processes (i.e. grades, attendance, etc.).

Qualifications: Master’s degree in specific subject or a related field; or, a Master’s degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate credits the specific field.

We seek candidates who are open to innovation and collaboration, who embrace Olivet’s relationship-based approach to pedagogy, and who embody our commitment to inclusivity.

Starting Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue as needed. Anticipated start date is August 12, 2026 for optional trainings. Fall semester courses run August 24- December 11, 2026.

Application Process: Click on this link to go to the online application site: Career Center

Once in the Career Center, click on the job title to view the posting and click “Apply” to set up a profile and upload the following materials:

1. Letter of application;
2. Current resume or curriculum vitae with contact information for three references;
3. One-page statement of your interest in and experience with working with a diverse population of students in a multi-ethnic environment;
4. Transcript from the highest degree-granting institution related to the position (official or unofficial) and/or documentation of graduate coursework in the area of instruction; 
5. Sample syllabus (optional); and
6. Student evaluations (optional).

Offer of hire is contingent upon receipt of official transcripts, completion of a background check, and verification of information submitted.

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The University of Olivet was founded in 1844 as an institution of higher education open to all regardless of race, gender, or ability to pay. The university’s faculty and staff continue its tradition of creating and sustaining a welcoming and inclusive educational environment for students and maintain its commitment to social justice. The university is one of the most diverse private liberal arts institutions in the state of Michigan and actively seeks diversity in its students, faculty, and staff. The undergraduate student body is a mix of urban and rural students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds, many of whom are first-generation college attendees. The university’s faculty and staff are committed to providing personalized, individualized attention for students who commit themselves to seeking academic and personal success.

Located in Olivet, Michigan, the university is within driving distance of Lansing, Battle Creek, and Kalamazoo; two hours from the metropolitan Detroit area; and three hours from Chicago.