Adjunct Faculty - Criminal Justice

East Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for the Sociology & Criminal Justice Department. The role involves teaching up to seven credit hours in Criminal Justice, with classes delivered on-campus, off-campus, or online based on demand.

Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree in Criminal Justice and have demonstrated experience in teaching. The position offers a unique opportunity to impact students' academic journey while being part of a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required to teach undergraduate courses.
• Experience teaching in the subject area is necessary.
• Candidates should demonstrate relevant professional credentials.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours in Criminal Justice.
• Develop and manage class syllabus meeting department standards.
• Assess grades based on student performance and participation.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Work cooperatively with others

Education

Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice

Terminal degree in the field

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Criminal Justice

East Texas A&M University, Sociology & Criminal Justice Department, Commerce, Texas.

Job Type: Faculty. Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate.

SUMMARY

Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course-by-course basis throughout an academic year.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) within the required discipline of Criminal Justice. Instruction may be delivered on-campus, off-campus, or online and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist/mentor students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required to teach undergraduate courses OR a terminal degree in the field of study or closely related is required to teach graduate courses. Degree in Criminal Justice is required.
• Experience: Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
• Knowledge / Skills: Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE

• Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials.
• College or University teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Prior relevant industry experience.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

N/A

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.