Adjunct Instructor, Political Science

Joliet Junior College • Joliet, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Joliet Junior College is hiring a part-time adjunct instructor for one semester to teach one or more qualified Political Science courses face to face during daytime hours; online teaching is not part of the role. The instructor provides quality instruction, works with full-time faculty on student assessment, and follows course guidelines. Willingness to teach at other campus sites is required, though instructors may submit preferences for locations and teaching loads. The position is subject to the terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

The hiring rate per contact hour for Fall 2026 to Summer 2027 is $1,161 for candidates with a bachelor’s or master’s degree and $1,220 for candidates with a Ph.D., Ed.D., or J.D. The college serves a diverse student population and encourages applications from candidates who would enhance faculty diversity.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• 18 hours of graduate credit in Political Science.
• Expertise in appropriate instructional technologies.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning.
• Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values: respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation, and quality.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with college and community members, demonstrating cultural competence and emotional intelligence.
• At least two years of college-level teaching experience.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Political Science.
• Experience at the community college level.
• Experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience using learning management systems and instructional technologies to support student engagement and learning.
• Experience incorporating current political issues, civic engagement, and real-world applications into instruction.
• Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of Political Science classes.
• Participate in annual student and chair/coordinator evaluations.
• Follow departmental curriculum, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, assessments, and other established processes.
• Attend classes regularly; submit college reports, credentials, and other requested documentation on time; and communicate effectively with appropriate staff and the chair.
• Comply with legal and ethical obligations, including FERPA, ADA, and other regulations, and communicate discrepancies to appropriate officials.
• Further the college’s mission, goals, and core values.
• Meet other contractual obligations specified in the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract.

What This Job Offers

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