NWACC·Springdale, Arkansas
Teach history courses including American and World Civilizations across traditional, online, and hybrid formats. Responsibilities include developing course materials, evaluating student performance, and participating in program assessment and campus governance.
NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.
As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.
NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.
The Full-Time Faculty member in History teaches History of the American People to and since 1877, and others as needed, including World Civilizations to and since 1500 in traditional, online, and hybrid formats.
• Maintain current knowledge in historical scholarship through ongoing professional development and continuing education
determined by faculty scale placement (education and years of experience) *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.
Completed applications received by 7/31/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.
The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.
NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.
A Master's degree in History or a related field with 18 graduate hours in history is required. A PhD and undergraduate teaching experience are preferred.
Market context
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