Adjunct Faculty - CSOCS 1441: Children and Society; Spring Semester 2027; In-person, On-Campus

Lesley University

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Lesley University's Department of Liberal Arts seeks an adjunct instructor to teach CSOCS 1441-01, Children and Society, during the Spring Semester 2027. The course meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:35 to 10:50 AM and is taught in person on campus.

This interdisciplinary course examines children's lives and the social construction of childhood through perspectives from anthropology, history, sociology, psychology, and political science. Through readings, discussion, and mixed-media analysis, students gain insight into children's lives and the forces that shape them.

The successful candidate will bring relevant disciplinary experience and teaching experience, and demonstrate inclusive, equitable, student-centered teaching practices. Applicants must submit a letter of interest, CV or résumé, and a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, professional activity, and/or service for full consideration.

Lesley University describes itself as a creative academic environment integrating theory with practice and serving 6,400 students and 90,000 alumni. The University is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and equal participation in university life. Adjunct faculty positions are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement; compensation targets are available through a link in the posting.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Sociology or a related field.
• Relevant professional or industry experience in the particular discipline.
• Successful teaching experience at the graduate level.
• Experience teaching adult or nontraditional learners.
• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered, inclusive, and equitable teaching practices.
• Ability to effectively support students from diverse backgrounds and learning needs.
• Experience using learning management systems and instructional technology to support teaching and learning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Submit a letter of interest, CV or résumé, and a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, professional activity, and/or service for full consideration.

Nice To Haves

• PhD or terminal degree.

Responsibilities

• Teach CSOCS 1441-01, Children and Society, during the Spring Semester 2027.
• Teach the course in person on campus on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:35 to 10:50 AM.
• Use readings, discussion, and mixed-media analysis to support students' understanding of children's lives and the forces that shape them.
• Support students from diverse backgrounds and learning needs through student-centered, inclusive, and equitable teaching practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level