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How much do adjunct writing instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for adjunct writing instructor in Phoenix, AZ is $40.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.65 and $57.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an adjunct writing instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Adjunct Writing Instructor, you typically need a master's degree in English, Composition, or a related field, along with strong written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, as well as experience with digital grading tools, is often required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, constructive feedback delivery, and adaptability help instructors engage and motivate diverse student populations. These skills and qualifications ensure effective teaching, student success, and the ability to manage the demands of a flexible, part-time academic role.

How do adjunct writing instructors typically balance teaching responsibilities with other professional commitments?

Adjunct Writing Instructors often teach part-time and may work at multiple institutions or hold other professional roles. Effective time management is essential, as instructors are responsible for lesson planning, grading, and providing student feedback, often outside of scheduled class hours. Many find that clear communication with department chairs and students, as well as using digital tools for organization, helps balance these responsibilities. Flexibility and adaptability are key, given that course loads and schedules can vary from semester to semester.

What is an adjunct writing instructor?

Adjunct Writing Instructors are part-time faculty members who teach writing courses at colleges or universities. They are typically hired on a contract basis, often for a single semester or academic year, and may teach subjects like composition, creative writing, or technical writing. Adjunct instructors are responsible for developing lesson plans, grading assignments, and providing feedback to students, but they usually do not have the same responsibilities or benefits as full-time professors. Their flexible schedules allow institutions to offer a wider range of courses and accommodate fluctuating enrollment. Many adjuncts work at multiple institutions to supplement their income.
Infographic showing various Adjunct Writing Instructor job openings in Phoenix, AZ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,641 per year, or $40.2 per hour.

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This Position Requires Faculty To Teach On Campus & In-Person.

Arizona College of Nursing is a rapidly growing, nursing school that transforms people’s lives by preparing them for careers in nursing and improving communities through the care its graduates provide. As a leading nurse educator, Arizona College of Nursing offers students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s in nursing in 3 years or less with qualified transfer credits. Our quality nursing curriculum prepares students for an in-demand career to help communities overcome the chronic, well-known, and increasing nursing shortage. Through the execution of a targeted growth strategy, the college plans to meet the growing demand for nurses by launching campuses in markets where bachelor’s prepared nurses are needed.
Putting students first, we are dedicated to providing students with an exceptional education in growing healthcare fields; teaching them relevant, required skills for today and the future. Our culture is positive, supportive, and collaborative. As a team, we continually embrace our core values:


Passion: We love helping others succeed.
Excellence:We strive to be the best.
Adaptability: We learn, in part by trying new ideas.
Accountability: We own our results.
Integrity: We do the right thing.


Under supervision of the Dean of General Education, the adjunct instructor provides a learning experience in the classroom, online, and/or in the lab using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures and demonstrations and using audiovisual and technological aids to supplement the presentations as well as evaluating their achievements.

  • Keep students engaged in a classroom environment while following an established curriculum/syllabus.
  • Create positive educational climate for students to learn in while establishing and communicating clear objectives for all learning activities.
  • Meet course and school-wide student performance goals.
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom/online. Observe and evaluate student's performance.
  • Identify and refer students who are “at risk" of not being successful to the Student Success Coordinator.
  • Provide ongoing student advisement and academic counseling by tutoring and mentoring students on an individual basis when needed.
  • Grade tests and projects, maintain grade books, track attendance and perform other administrative duties as needed.
  • Administer oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and to evaluate training effectiveness.
  • Participate in ongoing conferences, seminars, and training sessions (2 education in-services, 1 distance education in-service, proof of at least 2 professional development activity annually).
  • Provide input and participate in academic committees formed for the purpose of enrichment of both the programs and students.

Other duties as assigned.


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

  • Masters’ degree or higher from an accredited program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) required.
  • A minimum of 15 credit hours or equivalent in the assigned subject area required. States of Georgia, Ohio, Texas and Virginia require
  • Master’s degree in the discipline OR a Master’s degree (any discipline) with 18 semester credit hours of graduate coursework relevant to the discipline.
  • Two years of practical experience in the course content area with a related degree, or three years of practical experience if the degree is in an unrelated field is required.
  • A minimum of three years of work experience as an educator preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in English.

Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.
Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment.
Preparation for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
For consideration, only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls, please.
Our schools prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law.