Adjunct for the Criminal Justice Department

Springfield College • Springfield, MA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Springfield College invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty position in Criminal Justice for the Spring 2027 semester. The position teaches one section of CRIM 270: Constitutional Law, in person on Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:00 to 1:15 p.m. on the Springfield, Massachusetts campus.

The course examines the historical concept of federalism; compares federal and state judiciaries; reviews stare decisis; and covers constitutional guarantees afforded suspects, including the right to confront witnesses, the privilege against self-incrimination, protection from illegal search and seizure, double jeopardy protection, and the right to a speedy public trial. The ideal candidate demonstrates classroom success and uses effective teaching strategies that meet students’ diverse needs and engage them in critical thinking and problem-solving.

Compensation for a 3-credit course is $2,820 for adjunct faculty with fewer than three years of college teaching experience, or $3,513 for those with three or more years of college teaching experience. Applicants must submit a CV or resume, a cover letter indicating interest and relevant expertise or experience for the course, and a list of three references. All applicants must complete the online application.

Requirements

• A BA or BS is required for all courses.
• Demonstrated success in the classroom.
• Ability to develop and use effective teaching strategies that meet diverse student needs and engage students in critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Submit a CV or resume, a cover letter indicating interest and relevant expertise or experience, and a list of three references.
• Complete the online application.

Nice To Haves

• An MS, MA, or MEd is required for graduate courses; a PhD is preferred for graduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach one section of CRIM 270: Constitutional Law.
• Teach in person on Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:00 to 1:15 p.m.
• Use effective teaching strategies that meet students’ diverse needs and engage them in critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Cover the course topics, including federalism, federal and state judiciaries, stare decisis, and constitutional guarantees afforded suspects.

What This Job Offers

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