Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

About the Role

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other are educators who specialize in teaching subjects that do not fall into a predefined category of college or university teaching positions.

Other Common Titles

  • Lecturer
  • Instructor
  • Adjunct Faculty
  • Visiting Professor
  • Teaching Assistant

Typical Tasks

  • Design and implement course curriculum and instructional materials.
  • Deliver lectures and engage students in discussions and activities.
  • Assess and evaluate student performance through assignments and examinations.
  • Conduct original research or engage in professional development in their field of expertise.
  • Advise and mentor students on academic and career paths.
  • Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and departmental initiatives.
  • Participate in faculty committees and contribute to the academic community.

Notable People

  • Maya Angelou Renowned poet and author who also taught at Wake Forest University, inspiring countless students with her life lessons and literary contributions.
  • Neil deGrasse Tyson Astrophysicist and science communicator who serves as a professor at the Hayden Planetarium, engaging students and the public in scientific literacy.
  • Angela Davis Political activist and scholar known for her work in civil rights and social justice, teaching critical theory and feminist studies at the university level.

Recommended Resources

  • Teaching at Its Best: A Research-Based Resource for College Instructors

    This book offers practical strategies for effective teaching in higher education, backed by research.

  • The Chronicle of Higher Education

    A leading source of news and information for college and university faculty and administrators.

  • Teaching in Higher Ed Podcast

    A podcast that explores innovative strategies and ideas in higher education teaching.

  • Faculty Focus

    An online publication that provides articles, resources, and insights on college teaching.