Political Science - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

Western Washington University • Bellingham, WA

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About The Position

The Political Science Department maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary part-time teaching positions. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year, applications are accepted continuously. Positions may become available at any time and are typically filled on a quarterly basis. Position Responsibilities: The department, college and University value teaching, and we expect you to be an excellent teacher; to be current in your discipline; to engage students actively in their own learning including discussion, writing, and analysis; and to set high standards regarding course content. You are expected to provide students with feedback on their coursework and examinations, and to be available to students through regularly scheduled office hours in keeping with department policy. You must have your students evaluate your course(s) using the standard University evaluation forms, or others approved by the provost, and you must make those evaluations available to the department chairs and faculty for annual review.

Requirements

• ABD or MA in Political Science or related field
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Political Science or related field
• Preference will be given to those with teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Be an excellent teacher
• Be current in your discipline
• Engage students actively in their own learning including discussion, writing, and analysis
• Set high standards regarding course content
• Provide students with feedback on their coursework and examinations
• Be available to students through regularly scheduled office hours in keeping with department policy
• Have your students evaluate your course(s) using the standard University evaluation forms, or others approved by the provost, and you must make those evaluations available to the department chairs and faculty for annual review.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services