Adjunct Faculty, Sociology

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. invites applications for an adjunct instructor to teach Sociology at Morton College. Courses run during the day and evening for a diverse student population, with duties adapting to college needs.

Minimum qualifications include a Masters in Sociology or related field and the ability to demonstrate Morton College's values of Compassion, Equity, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence; college-level teaching experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree with concentration in Sociology or related field.
• Morton College core values: Compassion, Equity, Accountability, Innovation, and Excellence.
• Desirable: College-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Utilize departmental syllabus template, approved textbooks, and supplemental course materials.
• Submit personalized course syllabus to Deans’ Office electronically one week prior to course start date.
• Distribute and review comprehensive course syllabus to students in the first week of the course.
• Receive, understand, and follow Course Data Form as distributed by Deans’ Office.
• Adhere to printed course schedule meeting times and locations.
• Obtain prior approval for substitute teachers or guest speakers from Deans’ Office.
• Maintain grade book in electronic or hard copy format.
• Take and record student Attendance each day.
• Submit accurate and certified Attendance Verification and Mid‑Semester Class Roster to Deans’ Office.
• Give final exam at the time and date indicated on the college’s Final Exam Schedule.
• Respond to e‑mails from students, staff, and college administrators in a timely manner while classes are in session.
• Check assigned college mailbox regularly.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Education

Masters in Sociology

Job description

Description Summary

The adjunct instructor will teach Sociology to a diverse student population. These courses will be offered during the day and evening. The responsibilities and duties of the instructor may change as the needs of the college arise.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilize departmental syllabus template, approved textbooks, and supplemental course materials.
• Submit personalized course syllabus to Deans’ Office in electronic format one (1) week prior to course start date.
• Distribute and review comprehensive course syllabus to students no later than the first week of the course.
• Receive, understand, and follow Course Data Form as distributed by Deans’ Office.
• Adhere to printed course schedule meeting times and locations.
• Obtain prior approval for any substitute teachers or guest speakers from Deans’ Office.
• Maintain grade book in electronic or hard copy format.
• Take and record student Attendance each day.
• Submit accurate and certified Tenth (10th) Day Attendance Verification and Mid‑Semester Class Roster or other report to Deans’ Office.
• Give final exam at the time and date indicated on the college’s Final Exam Schedule.
• Respond to e‑mails from students, staff, and college administrators in a timely manner while classes are in session using assigned college designated e‑mail.
• Check assigned college mailbox regularly.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Masters Degree with concentration in Sociology or related field.

Must be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of Compassion, Equity, Accountability, Innovation, and Excellence.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience teaching at a College level.