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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for faculty instructor in the United States is $70,485.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Faculty Instructor is an educator at a college or university who is responsible for teaching courses, developing curriculum, and assessing student performance. Unlike adjunct instructors, Faculty Instructors often hold full-time or part-time faculty positions and may participate in departmental meetings, academic advising, and professional development. Their primary focus is on delivering effective instruction and fostering a positive learning environment for students. In some institutions, Faculty Instructors may also engage in research or service activities, depending on their contract and institutional expectations.

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Faculty Instructors often juggle multiple responsibilities, including lesson planning, grading, student mentorship, research projects, and departmental meetings. Balancing these tasks requires strong time management and the ability to prioritize based on semester cycles and deadlines. Many instructors find that establishing a structured schedule and setting clear boundaries for research and teaching hours helps maintain productivity and reduce stress. Collaboration with colleagues for joint projects or team-teaching can also distribute the workload more evenly. Regular communication with department leadership ensures that expectations are clear and support is available when needed.

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To thrive as a Faculty Instructor, you need expertise in your subject area, a relevant advanced degree (often a master's or doctorate), and strong instructional abilities. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, as well as experience with digital collaboration tools, is typically required. Excellent communication, organization, and the ability to engage and motivate students are vital soft skills. These competencies ensure effective teaching, foster student success, and contribute to a positive learning environment.

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CriteriaFaculty InstructorAdjunct Instructor
Required CredentialsMaster's degree or higher, teaching experienceMaster's degree often preferred, teaching experience beneficial
Work EnvironmentFull-time or part-time, often in colleges or universitiesPart-time, usually contracted for specific courses
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in academic institutions for full or part-time facultyCommon in higher education for adjunct or part-time roles
Search & Comparison IntentOften searched by those seeking full-time academic rolesOften searched by those looking for part-time teaching opportunities

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Infographic showing various Faculty Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,485 per year, or $33.9 per hour.

1st-Year DDE Faculty Instructor

Terrestris Global Solutions

Carlisle, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking an experienced Faculty Instructor to support the U.S. Army War College (USAWC) Distance Education Program (DEP). This position is on-site at the U.S. Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania.

I've never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So, what will the Faculty Instructor at Terrestris do?

The U.S. Army War College (USAWC) seeks a dynamic and experienced Faculty Instructor to support the Distance Education Program (DEP), a rigorous two-year graduate-level program focused on strategic leadership, national security, and military operations. This role is critical in shaping future senior leaders in the U.S. Army and other military services, interagency, and international partners. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of academic excellence and practical experience in national security, strategic studies, joint military operations, or related disciplines. The position involves instruction across four online Core Courses and two in-person summer Resident Courses, with a strong focus on student engagement and performance evaluation across a variety of academic activities. Instructors will also develop and lead an online elective and an Advanced Studies Seminar. The work includes assessing student performance in online forums, written assignments, and during seminar discussions. Each academic year, instructors will be responsible for teaching and advising two seminar groups of approximately 18 USAWC students-military officers, government civilians, and international fellows-across the DEP curriculum. Instructors will provide detailed feedback and evaluations for each student, per assignment and course. Prior experience in professional military education (PME), particularly in a distance learning environment, is highly desirable.

What does a typical day look like for the Faculty Instructor?

You will:

  • Develop and deliver graduate-level instruction in core curriculum areas such as national security strategy, strategic leadership, defense management, and theater strategy and campaigning.
  • Serve as a faculty advisor for student research projects and support individual and group learning through online forums, video conferences, and in-person residencies.
  • Facilitate online and in-residence seminars using adult education best practices.
  • Contribute to course design, curriculum development, and program assessment in collaboration with other faculty and academic staff.
  • Conduct scholarly research and/or publish on relevant topics in strategic studies or national security affairs.
  • Participate in academic governance, faculty development, and institutional outreach efforts.

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the educator we're looking for if you have:

  • A minimum of a Senior Service College diploma and a Joint Professional Military Education Phase II qualification.
  • A minimum of a Master's Degree from an accredited graduate degree granting institution in a discipline relevant to the U.S. Army War College (USAWC) curriculum as listed below:
    a) Strategic Leadership
    b) Applied Ethics
    c) National Security Policy and Strategy
    d) Theory of War
    e) Military History
    f) Elements of National Power (Diplomacy, Information, Military, and Economics)
    g) Civil-Military Relations
    h) Military Strategy, Operational Art, and Planning
    i) Materiel Acquisition, Force Development, Human and Fiscal Resources
  • A minimum of five (5) years' experience as a faculty instructor at either a Senior Service College or an accredited graduate degree granting institution.
    Faculty experience shall be in one of the major fields of studies listed in subfactor 2.
    At least one (1) of the years must have occurred within the last three (3) years as reflected on a curriculum vitae, professional resume, and/or similar documents.
    Must be knowledgeable in concepts of adult learning, Bloom's Taxonomy, Seminar Discourse, Seminar Team Building, and Reflective Learning.
  • Relevant Technology Expertise qualifications include, but are not limited to:
    Online teaching experience using a Learning Management System (LMS) recognized in the academic community. Examples include, but are not limited to, Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, etc.
    Microsoft 365 (i.e., Word, Outlook, Power Point, SharePoint Portal), Microsoft Teams, basic writing and editing skills, search/create folders, computer terminology, basic troubleshooting of login and connectivity issues.
    Able to perform word processing and data entry tasks associated with evaluating and electronically annotating student submissions and recording correspondence and conversations in the LMS database.
    Experienced (or able to be trained on site) in the use of visual and automation technology in the individual seminar rooms at Carlisle Barracks (at no additional cost to the government).
    Familiarity with the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools recognized in the academic community. Examples include, but are not limited to, ChatGPT, Ask Sage, Grammarly, CoPilot, Perplexity, or other platforms.
  • Battlefield Staff Guide. (Required only if quoting for the associated CLINS) The minimum qualifications require general American Civil War history for context; specific knowledge of Gettysburg including detailed knowledge of the campaign, leaders, and the battlefield; and the ability to relate strategic leader competencies and course materials studied by USAWC students to events that occurred on the respective battlefield.

    We are extra impressed by folks with:

    • In-depth knowledge of Civil War history, especially the Gettysburg campaign and battlefield.
    • Ability to connect leadership competencies and strategic concepts taught at USAWC to historical events on-site.
    • A PhD or multiple degrees in relevant areas, as well as teaching awards, citations, or previous academic promotions.

    What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

    We offer outstanding benefits including health, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

    Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

    DILBERT 2018 Scott Adams. Used By permission of ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION. All rights reserved.

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