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Adjunct Instructor - Photography

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Adjunct Instructor - Photography

Adjunct Instructor - Photography

Tarleton State University

Stephenville, TX • On-site

Part-time

Posted 24 days ago

Tarleton State University rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

407th of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor - Photography

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Adjunct Faculty Visual Arts and Design

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor - Photography in the Department of Visual Arts and Design. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives-on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located-on campus or online-you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

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Important Immigration Information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025.Please be advised that TarletonStateUniversity will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense toascertainwhether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton StateUniversity subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visastatusthis moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

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These part-time Adjunct Faculty positions are designed to support our growing student enrollment for the 2025-2026 Academic Year at our Stephenville, Fort Worth, and Online campuses. Successful candidates may teach up to six (6) semester credit hours in their respective disciplines, delivering instruction in person, through approved instructional modalities, or as necessitated by student demand. Additionally, they will be expected to hold office hours and provide necessary support to students. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

100% Teaching:

  • Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.

  • Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.

  • Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.

  • Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

  • Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.

  • Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.

  • Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.

Other information:

  • Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary appointments, assigned per semester and on an as-needed basis.

  • These temporary appointments are for the Academic Year 2025-2026 sub-terms.

Required Qualifications:

  • Earned masters degree in Photography or a closely related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Earned doctorate/terminal degree in Photography or a closely related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.

  • Previous online teaching experience at the collegiate level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for undergraduate and graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.

Commensurate with experience

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the"Submit" action.

Employment applications must include (required):

  • Completed online application

  • Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

  • Curriculum Vitae or Resume

  • An online portfolio or 20 images of creative work compiled into a single PDF

  • At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

  • Unofficial transcripts

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. "See resume" is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Official transcripts must be received directly from each degreegranting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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