Political Science Adjunct Instructor, A&S
About The Position
Under general supervision, this role prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses, and prepares standardized course syllabi using a provided template. The instructor evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives based on established course grading requirements. Responsibilities include preparing and maintaining all required documentation and administrative reports, and attending professional development training as required for specific classroom or online course delivery. The instructor will teach Political Science courses in a classroom/lab/field environment that closely simulates the industry environment, while maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Instruction will be provided in the theory and practical applications of Political Science. The role involves measuring program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success, and submitting results to the department chair. Strong computer skills, communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population are required. This position may require day/evening/distance learning classes and activities. Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on July 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to reapply each year.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Political Science or Master’s degree in a related discipline with 18 hours in the teaching discipline from an accredited institution
- Valid Driver’s License
- Strong computer skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population
Nice To Haves
- PhD in Political Science
- Teaching experience at the postsecondary level
- Experience teaching in an online or hybrid environment
Responsibilities
- Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses.
- Prepares standardized course syllabi using provided template.
- Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives based on established course grading requirements.
- Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports.
- Attends professional development training as required for specific classroom or online course delivery.
- Teaches Political Science courses in a classroom/lab/field environment that closely simulates the environment of the industry while maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field.
- Provides instruction in the theory and practical applications of Political Science.
- Measures program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success and submits results to department chair.
Benefits
- No benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
