Part-time Faculty - History

The Department of Literature, Culture, and Society at Point Park University seeks part-time instructors to teach primarily introductory history classes on ground for the Spring 2027 semester.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION At minimum, a Master's degree in any sub-field of history (political, economic, social, etc.). A d octorate or progress towards a doctoral degree is preferred.

Required Professional Expertise

- Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods that enhance student success .

- Demonstrated ability to teach the courses and perform the duties effectively as described above.

- Demonstrated ability to use classroom technologies and online course management systems as needed (smart podiums, digital projectors, email, etc.).

- Ability to communicate well with students of diverse academic, ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds, including students with disabilities.

- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with others.

Desired Qualifications/Performance Expectations

- Master's degree in History or a closely related field; demonstrated excellence in teaching history at the college level; doctorate or ABD preferred.

- Recent successful teaching of history at the college level

- Demonstrated inclusive teaching techniques and methodologies

- Expertise and skill working with students in the classro o m

- Experience teaching diverse student populations

- Ability to participate in assessment of student learning

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Develop and prepare assignments and learning tasks aligned to an approved syllabus and to the stated course goals and objectives

- Participate in professional development activities and workshops

- Promote a positive, inclusive, and student-centered classroom environment

- Set aside time for one-on-one meetings/conferences with students to respond to questions, provide feedback, etc.

- Work with the Program Coordinator to ensure instructional quality and program quality.

- Follow guidelines and policies set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the department's practices.

Application Procedure

Applicants are requested to respond by December 4 , 202 6 .

Please Upload:

- CV

- Letter of application detailing your area(s) of teaching interest, experience, qualifications, and availability for the Spring 2027 semester

- One-page statement of teaching philosophy

- List of three professional references with contact information

- Successful applicants will be required to submit official transcripts at a later date

Point Park University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States and not require employer sponsorship.

About the University:  Point Park University is an independent, coed institution located in downtown Pittsburgh with an enrollment of approximately 4,000 full- and part-time students in more than 50 majors and concentrations. To learn more about Point Park University visit  http://www.pointpark.edu.