Adjunct Instructor, Political Science (2026-2027) - PTT

Southeast Community College; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in TIAA retirement plan

Job summary

Southeast Community College is seeking a part-time temporary Adjunct Instructor for Political Science courses for the 2026–2027 academic year. This role involves providing instruction in campus classrooms, online, hybrid, and off-campus settings.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and relevant teaching experience, demonstrating effective communication skills and the ability to engage with students from diverse backgrounds. This position offers flexible scheduling based on program needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with minimum 18 graduate hours in Political Science or Government.
• Teaching experience equivalent to 18 semester hours at the secondary or post-secondary level.
• Ability to teach in various formats, including online and hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students according to course objectives.
• Utilize instructional strategies appropriate for student needs.
• Maintain student records on attendance and progress.

Skills

Political Science knowledge

Effective communication

Teaching strategies development

Computer skills

Education

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Political Science

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science with 6 graduate credits

Job description

Overview

Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean and Program Chair(s), this part‑time, temporary Adjunct Instructor position involves instructing students in a variety of Political Science courses in campus classroom, online/remote, hybrid, and/or off‑campus settings for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students according to the objectives of each course assigned.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies in classroom, online, hybrid, or lab settings that are appropriate to individual student needs, including lectures, small groups, demonstrations, and computer‑assisted instruction.
• Prepare and administer evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress.
• Assist in gathering and interpreting data for department assessment.
• Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute.
• Operate and utilize appropriate technologies (e.g., document camera, projector, LMS) as part of the teaching process.
• May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
• Perform other college functions and duties as assigned.
• Be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required; schedules are set by Southeast Community College based on institutional needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Current knowledge of and ability to teach political science.
• Ability to relate to colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors of diverse backgrounds in a positive and cooperative manner.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of teaching strategies, including computer applications.
• Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom use.
• Basic computer skills.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using other combinations of skills and abilities where appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Political Science or Government,
• OR Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, plus a minimum of 6 graduate credits in Political Science, and an approved plan to complete a Master’s degree within 2 years that includes 18 graduate credits in the subject area.
• Teaching experience equivalent to 18 semester hours or 6 courses/sections at secondary or post‑secondary level that applies directly to the instructional responsibilities.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience teaching online and/or hybrid formats.
• Experience using technology to teach classes remotely (distance learning).
• Familiarity with Engaged Learning practices.

Salary and Benefits

Salary TBD

• Part‑time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account; no match is provided by the College.

Schedule

• Part‑time, temporary position with assignments based on program needs.

Background Check

Applicants will be required to undergo a criminal history background check prior to a final offer.