Constitutional Law Instructor

Coe College • Cedar Rapids, IA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Political Science at Coe College invites applicants for a per-course instructor to teach one of the two courses in our Constitutional Law series. This position is an excellent fit for graduate students, early-career individuals, and experienced attorneys who are drawn to teaching-focused liberal arts environments. The successful candidate will select one course in our Constitutional Law series to teach in Spring 2027 with the opportunity to teach a section of the other course in Spring 2028. The class will be offered 6:30 PM to 9 PM Tuesday nights from January 19 to April 27, 2027. Coe College is a small liberal arts institution in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where teaching is our central focus. Our students are curious, engaged, and looking for instructors who will meet them as individuals. Small class sizes make genuine mentorship possible, and our faculty take that seriously. The Political Science faculty value student-centered teaching; we prioritize enhancing students’ critical thinking and oral and written communication skills. Many of our majors enter law school soon after graduation. Therefore our Constitutional Law series of courses are important in our curriculum.

Requirements

• JD, ABD or terminal degree in Political Science preferred.
• Experienced attorneys are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Ability to teach one of the following courses: 'The Constitution and the Roles of Government' or 'The Constitution and Individual Liberties'.
• Provide a current curriculum vitae.
• Provide unofficial law school or graduate school transcripts.
• Provide contact information for three professional references.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate students
• Early-career individuals

Responsibilities

• Teach one course in the Constitutional Law series in Spring 2027.
• Potentially teach a section of the other Constitutional Law course in Spring 2028.
• Engage students in a teaching-focused liberal arts environment.
• Prioritize enhancing students' critical thinking and oral and written communication skills.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level