Part-Time Faculty - General Education

Job Family Group: Faculty Time Type: Part time Department/Office: Philosophy Exemption Status: Exempt Job Description: Trinity University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty for the Spring 2027 semester to teach the following course: GNED-3430-1: Moral Imagination and US Incarceration DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Typical responsibilities of part-time faculty members include but are not limited to: Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin APPOINTMENT DETAILS This position is a non-renewable, one-semester appointment. The instructor will be responsible for coordinating the experiential component of the class, a weekly learning circle inside a prison. The instructor will need to arrange for the transportation of students to the prison and the coordination and oversight of students while at the prison. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Required: A master's degree in a relevant subject. EXPERIENCE Required: Prior experience in facilitating the Philosophy and Literature Circle with undergraduate students at a Texas prison or jail. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Mastery of the relevant subject matter Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, or in-class activities Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Successful candidate must be able to drive a van to the program site. CONTACT INFORMATION Dr. Andrew Kania, Search Committee Chair, Department of Philosophy, View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Trinity University