Adjunct Faculty

Daemen College • Amherst, NY

349d • $3,000

About The Position

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world. The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities. Joining our Social Work and Sociology team, the Adjunct Faculty will be responsible for teaching courses such as "Introduction to Sociology" and "Sociology of Family." The instructor will deliver engaging instruction on foundational sociological theories, methodologies, and key concepts, while facilitating discussions that encourage critical thinking and real-world application of content. Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans, grading assignments, assessing student performance, and offering academic support through office hours or by appointment.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master's degree in Sociology or a closely related field.
• Prior teaching experience in higher education preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment for diverse students.
• Experience with learning management systems and classroom technology preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Focus on family studies or related areas for Sociology of Family course.
• Demonstrated ability to bring diverse perspectives into course materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction on foundational sociological theories, methodologies, and key concepts.
• Facilitate discussions and activities that encourage critical thinking and real-world application of content.
• Prepare lesson plans and create assignments and assessments.
• Grade assignments and assess student performance.
• Offer academic support through office hours or by appointment.
• Maintain office hours to support student learning and engagement.

Benefits

• $3000 per semester for teaching the course.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree