Lecturer Adjunct (Social Sciences Lecturer)

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor
Department: Liberal Arts
Employment Type: Part-Time, Adjunct
Location: Kapolei, Hawaiʻi (on-campus teaching required)

About Hawaii Tokai International College (HTIC):

Hawaii Tokai International College (HTIC) is a junior college accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC). Located in Kapolei, Hawaiʻi, HTIC serves a diverse, primarily international student body and is dedicated to fostering intellectual growth, intercultural understanding, and global citizenship through a liberal arts education.

Position Summary:

HTIC invites applications for part-time Liberal Arts instructors to teach undergraduate courses in Social Science (e.g., History, Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology) and Humanities (e.g., Religion, Philosophy, Art), and Political Science.

Adjunct appointments are made on a per-course, per-quarter basis. We are seeking candidates with expertise to teach the following 3-credit courses during specific terms, including:

• HIST 158: Global History of Food - Fall 2027

• HIST 282: Introduction to American History II (from Civil War) - Summer 2026

• ANTH 200: Cultural Anthropology - Fall 2027

• SOC 180: Introduction to International and Global Studies -Fall 2027

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to engaging students from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds in a rigorous liberal arts environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned Liberal Arts courses using effective, student-centered methods.

• Prepare and deliver course materials aligned with institutional learning outcomes.

• Assess and report student performance accurately and on time.

• Provide academic support to students through office hours and individual guidance.

• Contribute to a respectful, inclusive classroom environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in the subject area, or a master’s in another field with 18 graduate-level credits in the subject taught.

• Previous college-level teaching experience.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Knowledge of effective teaching strategies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching international and multilingual students.

• Familiarity with current pedagogical approaches in higher education.

• Ability to integrate technology and digital tools in teaching.

Compensation & Details:

• Pay Rate: $995-$1095 per credit hour based on qualifications

• Start Date: 

  • Winter: Monday, January 5, 2026 

  • Spring: Monday, April 6th, 2026

  • Summer 1 & 2: Wednesday, July 1, 2026; Monday, August 10, 2026 

Note: The start date depends on the specific courses offered for that term.

• Schedule: Varies by course assignment.

• Travel Assistance: Not provided.

Application Instructions:

Please complete the online application form using the button at the top of this page and upload your cover letter and curriculum vitae or résumé.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hawaii Tokai International College is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from individuals who will contribute to an inclusive campus community.

HTIC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer