Adjunct Faculty - Sociology

Cleveland State Community College; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 757,680 - 826,560; Part time

Job summary

A regional community college in Tennessee is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Sociology. The role involves planning and teaching classes, maintaining academic standards, and managing administrative tasks. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Sociology or a related field. This position offers competitive pay based on qualifications, up to $600 per credit hour.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Sociology from a regionally accredited institution.
• Three years of teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with alternative delivery instructional modes (hybrid, online, etc.) recommended.

Responsibilities

• Planning and teaching classes as assigned.
• Maintaining academic standards in the classroom.
• Evaluating students and informing them of scores.

Skills

Teaching experience

Experience with hybrid instruction

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Sociology or related field

Job description

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Cleveland State Community College is accepting applications for the following position: Adjunct Faculty Pool - Sociology. Instructors provide quality instruction for student learning and maintain a positive learning environment. Classes are taught in a variety of formats and locations, including online, and instructors communicate with students between classes. Administrative duties include reporting on academic activity and submitting final grades.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and syllabi and departmental guidelines.
• Beginning and ending all classes as scheduled and covering all relevant learning outcomes for each course.
• Maintaining academic standards and classroom behavior to ensure an environment conducive to learning, communicating with students weekly, and answering student emails in a timely manner.
• Evaluating students using a variety of methods and informing each student of scores received on each assessment in a timely manner.
• Using Cleveland State email for administrative purposes and responding to student questions via Cleveland State email in a timely manner.
• Meeting deadlines for all administrative requests such as submitting personnel paperwork, acknowledging contracts, academic activity and assessment reports, and final grades.
• Submitting requests through the department chair, program coordinator/director, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Sociology from a regionally accredited institution or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in any combination of related fields.
• Three years of teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with alternative delivery instructional modes (hybrid, online, interactive, etc.) recommended.

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a transcript, a resume/CV, and three references. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; official transcripts will be required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

Availability / Closing Date

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term‑by‑term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on October 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re‑apply each year.

Adjunct Faculty Pay Rates

Pay rates are based upon educational qualifications:

• Master’s degree: $550 per credit hour
• Master’s plus 30 semester hours (ABD): $575 per credit hour
• Doctorate: $600 per credit hour

Contact Information

Human Resources Office
Telephone: 423‑478‑6203; FAX: 423‑478‑6257
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.clevelandstatecc.edu

EEO Statement

Cleveland State Community College is a TBR and EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs, and activities.