Adjunct Faculty - Sociology

Pima Community College District•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

Pima Community College’s Social Sciences Division is accepting applications to expand its pool of qualified Sociology faculty to teach college-level courses during the 2026–27 academic year and beyond. Candidates may be hired for specific courses or included in a pool for potential future assignments based on enrollment. This part-time, temporary position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to support a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. Instructors use active-learning strategies and online resources and provide equitable instruction.

Requirements

A master’s degree or higher in Sociology or a related field of study, or a master’s degree in any discipline plus 18 graduate semester hours in the field of study.
Knowledge of student learning styles and the ability to adapt or modify instruction to meet students’ instructional needs, including accommodations and accessibility.
Ability to maintain high instructional and learning standards and assess students’ progress toward course objectives and student learning outcomes.
Submit an up-to-date resume that includes any employment gaps, a letter of interest or cover letter of no more than two pages, and copies of unofficial transcripts supporting the stated qualifications.
Qualifying degrees and coursework must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Any degree or coursework in progress must be completed before an offer to teach.
Live and work within Arizona as a condition of employment.
Successfully complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching Sociology courses.
Experience teaching online courses and/or in alternative instructional formats.
Experience using a Learning Management System, preferably D2L Brightspace.

Responsibilities

Teach college-level Sociology courses and support students in developing strategies for academic success.
Follow established protocols for instructor presence, responsiveness, grading, attendance, and assessment of student learning.
Use effective classroom-management techniques.
Monitor and continually improve instruction to ensure student learning outcomes are met at the classroom, discipline/program, and College levels.
Evaluate student performance and academic progress.
Continually improve instruction using appropriate delivery methods.
Maintain competency and currency in the teaching field, teaching strategies, delivery modalities, and assessment methods.
Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students, communicating in a collegial manner.