College Faculty: Social Science/Economics: Fairburn (In-Person)

GEORGIA MILITARY COLLEGE • Fairburn, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Georgia Military College’s Fairburn Campus in Fairburn, Georgia, invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Social Sciences / Economics. The position is for candidates with graduate preparation in economics, political science, sociology, psychology, or another social science, and includes an expectation to develop or maintain eligibility to teach economics. Initial teaching assignments are subject to Academic Affairs’ review and approval of the candidate’s current credentials; additional assignments depend on completion and approval of required coursework.

This is a full-time, annually renewable faculty position with a 10-month teaching schedule and an annual salary paid over 12 months. GMC uses an accelerated quarter system with five terms per year. Faculty teach 20 credit hours per quarter during Fall 1, Fall, Winter, and Spring. Regular evening teaching is required; day and/or weekend assignments may also be required based on institutional needs. Teaching is not required during June and July. Summer teaching is compensated separately under the adjunct faculty pay scale.

Candidates who do not already have 18 semester hours of qualifying graduate economics coursework must complete an approved graduate coursework plan to meet that requirement. GMC covers the cost of approved coursework, with the plan and timeline established with Academic Affairs. Willingness to complete this coursework is required.

The annual base salary is $48,900, with an additional $500 for each year of qualifying, relevant full-time experience, as reviewed and verified by Human Resources. Eligible employees have access to the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia and GMC’s employee benefits package. Application materials include a curriculum vitae or résumé, statement of teaching philosophy, completed GMC application, unofficial transcripts from all colleges attended, and contact information for three references. Candidates must pass a criminal background check and drug screen before employment, and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. The position carries no military service obligation.

Requirements

• An earned master’s degree in economics, political science, sociology, psychology, or another relevant social science.
• Graduate preparation sufficient for Academic Affairs to approve initial teaching assignments in a needed social science discipline.
• At least 18 semester hours of qualifying graduate economics coursework, or willingness to complete that requirement through an approved GMC-funded development plan.
• Commitment to student-centered instruction and support for students with varied academic preparation.
• Ability to communicate disciplinary concepts clearly and use assessment and feedback to support learning.
• Availability to teach in person at Fairburn, including regular evening assignments as needed.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen before beginning employment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate preparation in economics, including at least 18 semester hours of qualifying graduate economics coursework.
• Experience teaching introductory undergraduate courses, particularly in a community college setting.
• Teaching, graduate teaching assistantship, tutoring, student teaching, or other relevant instructional experience.
• Experience connecting coursework to practical applications and supporting students with varied learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach social science courses aligned with approved credentials and contribute economics instruction as credential requirements are met and approved.
• Plan organized instruction, engage students actively, assess learning, and provide timely feedback.
• Support students through office hours and appropriate academic guidance and referrals.
• Collaborate with faculty and academic leaders on course quality, curriculum, assessment, and student success.
• Participate in professional development, committee work, and other assigned faculty responsibilities.
• Complete an approved graduate coursework plan to reach 18 semester hours of qualifying graduate economics coursework if needed.

Benefits

• GMC covers the cost of approved graduate coursework needed to meet the required economics teaching certification.
• Eligible employees have access to the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and GMC’s employee benefits package.
• Additional compensation for summer-term teaching in accordance with the adjunct faculty pay scale.

What This Job Offers

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