Adjunct Instructor – Foundations of Effective Leadership (Doctorate)

About the role

Ferris State University is seeking qualified adjunct instructors to teach IDSL 825 Foundations of Effective Leadership in the Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL) program. The course runs for 7½ weeks, combining a weekend face‑to‑face session (in Michigan or Houston, Texas) with online instruction.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver course content for IDSL 825 in a mixed‑delivery format.
• Facilitate classroom discussions, assignments, and assessments.
• Maintain communication with students through online platforms.
• Ensure course materials align with program learning outcomes.

Required profile

• Earned doctorate (PhD, EdD, or JD) in a field relevant to community college leadership.
• Significant mid‑ to senior‑level administrative experience in a community college or comparable higher‑education institution.
• Documented teaching experience at the higher‑education level, preferably at the doctoral level.
• Residency in MI, IL (excluding Chicago), IN, KY, MN, OH, TX, or WI for the duration of employment.

Required skills

• Experience designing and delivering online or hybrid courses.
• Knowledge of leadership theories and their application in educational settings.

What we offer

• Compensation of $7,200 per course.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.).
• Flexibility to teach part‑time while maintaining other professional commitments.