Instructor - Side Hustles

Champlain College invites dynamic professionals and educators to join our on-campus adjunct faculty across multiple academic programs.
As a small, not-for-profit private college overlooking Lake Champlain, we're proud of our collaborative community where students work across disciplines to develop skills for emerging careers. Our adjunct instructors aren't just teachers – they're industry leaders, creative professionals, and passionate experts who bring the real world into the classroom every day.
Industry professionals eager to share their expertise and give back to their field
Artists, writers, and creative professionals passionate about fostering new talent
Retired or semi-retired experts ready to share a lifetime of wisdom
Graduate students and recent PhDs building their teaching portfolio
Freelancers and consultants looking to diversify their professional life
Whether you're at the peak of your career or exploring new chapters, adjunct teaching offers a powerful way to make a lasting impact on students' lives while staying connected to the cutting edge of your field.
Your Role as an Adjunct Instructor
Mentoring emerging professionals in your field
Providing meaningful feedback that helps students grow
Contributing to our vibrant academic community
Academic Programs Seeking Instructors
We regularly seek adjunct instructors across our diverse academic programs, including:

Graphic Design & Digital Media
Game Design & Development
Education
Computer Science & Information Technology
Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
Data Science & Analytics
Demonstrated excellence through professional work, artistic achievement, or academic accomplishment
Teaching experience strongly preferred
Adjunct Instructor appointments are made on a per-semester basis, with courses primarily offered during Fall and Spring terms (Summer opportunities may be available). The teaching commitment includes:

On-campus instruction for all scheduled class sessions and office hours
Note that this role is a union position (Service Employees International Union (SEIU)) and all adjunct faculty members are required to pay fees or dues to the union.
Application Instructions
To apply, please follow the link below and submit the following application materials:

Cover Letter addressing the desired qualifications and how your experiences contribute to the academic excellence and inclusive community at Champlain College.
Application Pool Note: Applicants will only be contacted when positions become available that match their qualifications and our departmental needs. This may be several months after application submission, and some applicants may not be contacted if no suitable openings arise. Applications remain on file indefinitely.
The College seeks candidates who can enhance its mission through their work, life experiences, service, teaching, or research. To streamline our hiring process and ensure fairness for all candidates, we manage all recruitment communications through our online application system. Please do not call regarding your application status. Founded in 1878, Champlain College is a small, private, not-for-profit college in Burlington, Vermont overlooking Lake Champlain and the Adirondack mountains. Its career-driven approach to higher education prepares students for professional life from their very first semester. For the fifth year in a row, Champlain was named a "Most Innovative School" in the North by U.News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges" 2020 regional rankings and ranked #9 on The Princeton Review's "2025 Top Schools for Game Design."