Adjunct: Sociology Instructor

This is a part-time, adjunct who will teach in-person courses at Scott Community College.
Responsible for teaching Sociology courses and assessing learning outcomes in area of instruction. Assignments may include alternative delivery methods, evening courses, and multiple sites. Must demonstrate excellence in teaching and service. Must demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of the community college.

Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree Sociology, Anthropology or Cultural Studies or a Master’s Degree with 12 graduate semester hours in Sociology, Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Criminology, Gerontology, Public Policy, and Social Work. 6 hours must be in Sociology, Anthropology and/or Cultural Studies.

Community College teaching or training experience is preferred.
 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
 

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach courses in accordance with outcomes identified in the established course development model. Teaching assignments may include varying delivery formats and methods.

Collaborate in the development and revision of curriculum as needed.

Meet promptly with scheduled classes.

Attend and participate in all scheduled faculty, college, district, and advisory meetings unless excused by the Academic Dean.

Assure that student outcomes are achieved in each course.

Evaluate and record student performance and achievement on a regular basis and provide regular student feedback.

Maintain established office hours and meet with the students as necessary.

Refer students to Academic Support and Student Services as needed and meet recommended student/instructional accommodations as required.

Serve as a student academic advisor.

Develop and administer assessment instruments to validate student outcome achievement.

Maintain accurate attendance, progress and grade records of all students.

Effectively plan and implement learning strategies appropriate for meeting student outcomes.

Analyze results of planning and teaching and make appropriate revisions.

Assist college in the recruitment and retention of students.

Actively serve as a departmental team member in effecting change fostering continual educational improvement.

Maintain currency of professional skills to continually enhance instructional skills.

Regularly engage in professional learning activities and actively seek information about developing trends and ideas.

Is committed to providing quality service that meets or exceeds the expectations of students and internal/external stakeholders.

Complete other job duties unique to your area as assigned by the academic dean.