Adjunct Faculty (In Person) - PHL 1200: Critical Thinking in an Illogical World

Adjunct Faculty (In Person) – PHL 1200: Critical Thinking in an Illogical World Cleary University invites candidates to apply for a position as an Adjunct Faculty in undergraduate coursework related to our courses for the Bachelor of Business Administration for the Fall 2026 Semester (beginning in August 2026). The academic team at Cleary University seeks passionate, student‑centered Adjunct Faculty who are highly engaging and intrinsically motivated to create meaningful, transformational, and dynamic learning experiences for our undergraduate student body, which includes traditional campus‑based students, student athletes, and returning adult students at our Livingston (Howell, MI) campus. We are looking for caring, supportive higher education professionals who are dedicated to playing a critical role in the early personal, cognitive, and social growth of students to fulfill Cleary University’s Mission to “provide a student‑centered and inclusive professional education that equips students with employability skills to succeed in their career and life.” We are looking for Adjunct Faculty who possess relevant professional and teaching experience to instruct the following undergraduate course: PHL 1200 Critical Thinking in an Illogical World Course Description: This course will focus on the business world and society as a whole through the lens of logic and critical thinking. You will explore methods of logical, analytical, and critical thinking as they apply to day‑to‑day life. The course will also teach how to symbolize arguments into a formal language to analyze their validity. You will learn the skills necessary to identify and evaluate different kinds of arguments, distinguish good arguments from bad ones, and understand exactly what makes those arguments either good or bad. Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities Teach undergraduate in‑person classes that personally engage students using active, hands‑on activities in the in‑person classroom. Utilize the Canvas learning management system to deliver instruction (using an existing course structure and University‑selected textbook/content materials, which faculty are welcome to supplement) and in‑person student engagement using tools and features to deliver course content and record classroom attendance, grades, and assignments according to Cleary University instructional expectations. Practice interactive pedagogical techniques to engage students and enhance the student experience in the classroom. Implement relevant, creative, and effective teaching methodologies to engage learners and inspire original thinking, problem solving, global sustainability, professional communications, ethics and entrepreneurial mindset. Assess student learning based on institutional outcomes, course goals and objectives in an unbiased, timely, and respectful manner. Hold regularly scheduled office hours (minimum of one hour per week for each three‑semester credit hour course) and be available to students on a regular basis. Work collaboratively with other faculty members, departments, and staff to develop a meaningful experience for students. Embrace education for diverse, global, and multi‑cultural students. Required Qualifications and Skills An earned master’s degree from an institutionally (i.e., regionally) accredited college/university in the course discipline, or a closely related discipline, with at least 18 graduate semester credits in relevant coursework. A minimum of five years of professional experience in the discipline/industry of this course with preference given to those candidates with prior undergraduate teaching experience in addition to professional experience. Ability to learn and use the Canvas learning management system, Zoom video conferencing, Microsoft Office applications, and other software programs for communicating with students, faculty leadership, and faculty peers. Ability to embrace The Cleary Mind™ as the University’s approach to building each student’s professional skills required by the workforce and job market. Ability to apply professional experiences to inform and inspire students about real‑world projects, situations, and challenges. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cleary-University