Visiting Faculty: Political Science

Principia The • Elsah, IL

19h • $12,600 - $16,620

About The Position

The Visiting Faculty member teaches six semester hours per academic year in Political Science, including U.S. Foreign Policy and Politics Among Nations. The role may also include scholarly contributions to campus, assessment of academic programs, and support for Principia activities. As part of a close-knit, student-centered liberal arts college, the faculty member prepares students for meaningful lives and careers through rigorous academics and applied learning, including internships, study abroad, projects, and capstones. Faculty support Christian Science-based character education in accordance with Principia’s Mission and Guiding Statements and contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, globally focused academic community that develops creative problem solvers.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Political Science.
• Supportive of Principia’s mission, vision, and values.
• Willingness to work as an academic generalist able to teach multiple areas within the discipline.
• Ability to work with students with a range of skill levels.
• Demonstrated facility and comfort navigating and leveraging a learning management system.
• Demonstrated evidence of having previously prepared and conducted online courses.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Political Science or International Relations preferred.
• Student of Christian Science preferred.
• Classroom teaching experience or experience working with college-aged students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach six semester hours per academic year in Political Science, including U.S. Foreign Policy and Politics Among Nations.
• Actively support character education in accordance with Principia’s mission.
• Maintain office hours.
• Meet with students to provide academic support.
• Prepare for, teach, and assess student learning in assigned courses within Principia’s liberal arts philosophy.
• Work closely with students to develop their thinking, writing, research, and communication skills.
• Potentially contribute to campus in scholarly ways, participate in academic program assessment, and support Principia activities.

What This Job Offers

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