Political Science Instructor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master's Degree or higher in Political Science or Master's Degree with 18 graduate hours in Political Science from an academic institution that is accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.
• Education courses related to the teaching of Political Science are not considered discipline specific in meeting this requirement.
• Coursework must be in Political Science or closely related discipline aligned to course competencies.
• Appropriate work experience, certification and credentials to perform each key position duty satisfactorily.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Political Science.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students in Political Science courses on the Valdosta Campus and at high schools in our service area as required.
• Prepare lesson plans for classroom and online instruction for credited arts and sciences courses.
• Develop program curriculum, syllabi, goals, and objectives.
• Evaluate students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives.
• Prepare and maintain all required documentation and administrative reports.
• Attend professional development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences.
• Ensure safety and security requirements are met in the discipline area.
• Meet with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues.
• Assist with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts.
• Participate fully in the realization of equity in recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and placement of students.

Benefits

• Leave accrual
• Options for health & other supplemental benefits
• Retirement
• May qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program