Temporary Faculty – History

Responsibilities

• Teach General History courses using various modalities, with an emphasis on in-person instruction at the Clarion campus
• Utilize diverse instructional methods and assessment techniques to engage a diverse student population
• Provide academic advising to History majors and offer faculty leadership for the Clarion History Club
• Collaborate with colleagues to support program growth and contribute to the department
• Engage with the regional community to develop partnerships and opportunities

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in History or a closely related field
• Demonstrated experience teaching History at the college or university level
• Proficiency in using learning management systems such as D2L or Canvas
• Strong instructional, assessment, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D.) in History or a related field
• Specialization or expertise in Non-US History
• Secondary Education experience or Teacher Certification
• Experience teaching in face-to-face, online, and multi-modal formats
• Experience in academic advising, student mentoring, and curriculum development

About the Company

Pennsylvania Western University is committed to fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. The Department of Criminal Justice, History, and Politics is part of the College of Education, Arts and Humanities, dedicated to academic excellence and community engagement.