Adjunct Professor - Sociology/Anthropology 900116

Oklahoma State University • Oklahoma City, OK

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Adjunct Instructor – Sociology & Anthropology Join our dynamic and student-centered academic community! We’re seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Adjunct Instructor to teach undergraduate courses in Sociology and Anthropology. If you’re passionate about inspiring students to think critically about society and culture, we invite you to apply and make a meaningful impact in our learning community. Job Summary: To develop in each student the skills of critical thinking and to help students learn the subject matter presented to them in order for that student to become a positive member of the community.

Requirements

• Associate's Education: Associate or Bachelor degree and licensure/certification in discipline required (technical program/non-transfer classes)
• Master’s Degree in discipline or related area or Master’s Degree with 18 hours in discipline required (transfer classes) (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Must have educational qualifications to teach in subject area or have documented specialty education/experience to meet tested experience requirements, as per the Higher Learning Commission’s publication on Determining Qualified Faculty, and provide leadership in an academic discipline and/or degree program.
• Programs with discipline-specific external accreditation may have more stringent training and experience requirements.
• Dependent on course Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses
• Teaching Competence – Must be able to create lesson plans, content, presentations, ancillary materials, and assignments to effectively transform information to knowledge for students; have the ability to assess student learning and progress.
• Communication skills – Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English; requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, alumni, advisory committee members, and the public, using tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
• Computer skills – Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel), as well as e-mail and internet, and learning management systems.
• Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D./Ed.D.
• Ph.D. in related field

Responsibilities

• Maintain student and course records with updates on the learning management system.
• Maintain and file current course outlines, objectives and grading procedures for all courses.
• Exhibit innovative and adaptive instructional methods.
• Completes all mandatory training.
• Fulfill all requirements as noted in the Adjunct Handbook.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree