Adjunct Professor, Sociology (Applicant Pool 2026-2027)

Collin College; Celina (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Collin College is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to prepare and deliver coursework across multiple campuses, including potential off-site locations. Responsibilities include following approved syllabi and schedules, with possible evening and weekend commitments.

The position emphasizes adherence to college values and compliance with background checks for dual credit assignments. Applicants must attach qualifying transcripts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the discipline/qualifying field.
• Teaching experience is desired.
• Note to applicants: conferred transcripts must be attached to the application.
• Background check and fingerprinting may be required for dual credit courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and approved syllabi.
• Assignments may be on multiple college campuses or off-site; evening/weekend programs may be included.
• Perform other duties as assigned and adhere to college policies and core values.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in discipline

Job description

Primary Location

3452 Spur 399, McKinney, Texas, 75069

We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Summary

Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to the college’s core values, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meet professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director.
• Teaching assignments may be on one or more of the college’s campuses or off-site locations and may include evening and weekend programs. Collin College is not hiring for on-line instruction at this time.
• May include Dual Credit courses.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Requirements

Master’s degree in thediscipline/qualifying field or aMaster’s degree in any disciplinewith 18 graduate hours in thediscipline/qualifying field. Teaching experience is desired.

**This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

If selected for a dual credit course(s), an additional backgroundcheck requiring fingerprinting with the TX DPS will be required from the assigned ISD. Any questions related to the fingerprinting processshould be directed to the ISD to which the faculty member is being assigned.

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS: ALL applicants (internal and external) applying for faculty positions MUST attach a copy of their qualifying transcripts. Faculty applications that do not have the appropriate transcripts attached will be deemed incomplete and will not be considered.

Please note, our part-time faculty positions are posted based on anticipated need and student enrollment. This position may remain open during the academic year. If the division has a need for additional part-time faculty for a future assignment and you are selected to continue to the next phase of the hiring process, you will be contacted directly by the Associate Dean to schedule an interview.

Required & Preferred Qualifications (if applicable)

Note to all Applicants: Conferred transcripts, licenses, and certifications MUST be attached to the application. Your application will not be considered unless all required materials are provided.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

***This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.***

Employment Type

Part time

Compensation

Per Adjunct Faculty and CE Instructor Rates

For any employment questions, please contact HR at [phone] or send an email to: [e-mail]

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.