Assistant Professor, Government (Tenure Eligible)

McLennan Community College; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

McLennan Community College in Waco, TX seeks a faculty member to teach Federal and Texas Government courses, including face-to-face and online sections. In addition to delivering instruction, the position requires maintaining office hours and engaging in ongoing professional development.

The candidate should be prepared to collaborate across departments to strengthen student communication and critical thinking skills, and to participate in college committees.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in government or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching government or political science courses at the college level.
• Ability to design courses including online formats.

Responsibilities

• Instruct courses in Federal and Texas Government; face-to-face and online sections.
• Maintain office hours and participate in professional development.
• Work across departments to develop student communication and critical thinking skills.

Skills

Subject matter

Professional development planning

Curriculum development

Teaching trends in government

ADA standards in instruction

Education

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in government

Tools

Online teaching platforms

Job description

Communication: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

START DATE: Fall 2027

Instruct courses in Federal and Texas Government. Faculty are expected to accept courses as assigned including face-to-face and non-traditional venues, such as evening, weekend, dual-credit, blended, and/or online courses. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintaining office hours, participating in professional development, and working across departments to develop student communication and critical thinking skills. This position reports to the Division Chair of Social & Behavioral Sciences.

NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

SELECTION CRITERIA

The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:

Knowledge of

• 1. Subject matter;
• 2. Professional development planning;
• 3. Curriculum development;
• 4. Current trends in teaching/learning theory as it applies to government;
• 5. ADA standards as they apply to instruction;

Skills in

• 5. Teaching at the postsecondary level;
• 6. Developing and instructing courses in an online format;

Ability to

• 7. Use technology in support of classroom instruction;
• 8. Evaluate student performance;
• 9. Promote and support related extra-curricular activities;
• 10. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• 11. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• 12. Participate in college committees.
• 13. Work across departments to develop student communication and problem-solving skills;
• 14. Provide caring, high-quality service by creating welcoming experiences, communicating clearly and proactively, addressing needs with professionalism and empathy, and ensuring individuals are thoughtfully connected to appropriate resources.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical effort-restricted; sustained posture or intense attentiveness for prolonged periods. Light lifting (less than 30 lbs), some walking, pushing, and pulling on a regular basis. Work environment-minimal hazard/exposure; standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in government or a closely related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Doctoral degree in Political Science or closely related discipline from an accredited college or university

Experience: At least one year of experience teaching government or political science courses at the college level.

Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in a teaching demonstration. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (See Selection Criteria)
• Copies of College Transcripts

MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. https://www.mclennan.edu/employees/procedure-manual/docs/F/FA-II.pdf