Adjunct Faculty - Sociology

East Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 33,480 - 55,800; Part time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for the Sociology department in Commerce, Texas. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, developing syllabi, and assessing students. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Sociology along with excellent communication skills. Previous teaching experience and relevant professional credentials are highly preferred. This position offers the potential for flexible teaching methods, including on-campus and online instruction.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Sociology required.
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
• Evidence of teaching excellence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours within Sociology.
• Develop class syllabus to meet department standards.
• Assess grades and mentor students as needed.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Cooperation with others

Education

Master’s degree in Sociology

Job description

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty – Sociology

Agency: East Texas A&M University

Department: Sociology & Criminal Justice

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: Commerce, Texas

Job Type: Faculty

Instructions to Applicant

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• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
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Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial transcripts accepted with application; official transcripts required upon acceptance of verbal offer).

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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 Sociology. 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 Sociology is required.
• Experience: Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
• Knowledge / Skills: Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability: 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

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.