Criminal Justice Instructor

McKendree University; Lebanon (IL); On-site; USD 1,800 - 2,500; Part time

Job summary

McKendree University in Lebanon, IL, seeks an adjunct criminal justice instructor for a face-to-face evening class. The role focuses on law, policing, or corrections, with a 16-week session meeting Wednesdays 6-8:50 PM.

An earned Master’s degree or higher (JD considered) is required, with prior college teaching experience preferred. Online opportunities may exist, with residency in IL/CA/FL/TN/KY advantageous.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in sociology, criminal justice or a closely related field; JD considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach a face-to-face evening criminal justice course with a 16-week schedule.
• Specialize in law, policing, or corrections; course Wednesdays 6-8:50 PM.
• Regular pay per 3-hour course; higher rates for larger enrollments or labs.

Education

Master’s degree or higher in sociology, criminal justice or related field

Juris Doctorates considered

Job description

McKendree University, located in Lebanon, IL and home of the Bearcats, invites qualified applicants to join our team. McKendree University offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and the opportunity to influence the future leaders of tomorrow.

The mission of McKendree University is to provide a high-quality educational experience to outstanding students. We guide our students in the pursuit of academic excellence, which will prepare them for leadership roles in our society. To achieve this end we encourage broader vision, enriched purpose, engagement with community, commitment to responsible citizenship, openness to new ideas and dedication to lifelong learning. In keeping with our history and traditions, we provide our students with a rigorous, broadly based liberal arts curriculum joined with specialization in a specific discipline.

Position Summary and Key Responsibilities

The Department of Sociology seeks an adjunct criminal justice instructor for a face-to-face evening class. Area of specialization should involve law, policing, or corrections. Course will be a 16 week session that meets Wednesday 6-8:50.

Required Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree or higher in sociology, criminal justice or a closely related field. Juris Doctorates will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior college teaching experience

Work Conditions

Regular pay rate: $2,145.00 for each 3-hour course, per semester. Higher rates may apply for larger course enrollments, labs, or other duties.

Online/remote teaching opportunities may exist dependent on the needs of the course. Applicants interested in online/remote opportunities must reside in the following states: IL, CA, FL, TN, KY.

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter
Resume/CV
Copies of transcripts (official required upon hire)
Three references.