Introduction to Sociology Adjunct Instructor - Spring 2027
About The Position
The Social Sciences Department at Jefferson Community College is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach Introduction to Sociology during the Spring 2027 semester. Current teaching opportunities are Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, either in person on the main campus or virtually. The department is also accepting applications to expand its adjunct faculty pool for future fully online, asynchronous courses. Applicants should indicate the teaching formats and schedules they are available to teach. This is a pooled search. Applications will be accepted for the duration of the posting and kept on file for up to three years. Qualified applicants may be considered for part-time teaching vacancies as they arise; staffing needs depend on course offerings each term and cannot be predicted. Candidates selected for an opening will be contacted for an interview. Compensation is Level A at $665 per credit hour, or Level B at $785 per credit hour after teaching six semesters at Jefferson. Applicants must submit a cover letter, résumé, unofficial college transcripts showing degrees conferred, contact information for three professional references, and a completed Employment Application Form. Finalists are responsible for interview-related expenses, and final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Requirements
- A master's degree in Sociology is preferred; a closely related field will be considered.
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with diverse populations, foster inclusion, and promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- College teaching experience.
- A master's degree in Sociology.
- Experience in online teaching modalities and adaptability to engage students across all platforms.
Responsibilities
- Teach Introduction to Sociology during the Spring 2027 semester.
- Interact and communicate effectively with diverse populations.
- Foster inclusion and promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
