Economics - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Sinclair Community College; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 1,378,000 - 1,653,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Career growth opportunities

Generous retirement benefits

Work-life balance and wellness

Faculty mentorship

Job summary

The Sinclair Economics Department at Sinclair Community College is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach face-to-face courses at our downtown Dayton campus, Centerville Campus, and Courseview campus in Mason. In this role you will deliver approved curriculum and support student success in introductory and economics courses.

Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in economics or a master’s with 18 graduate credits in economics, strong communication skills, and demonstrated teaching

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics or a master’s with 18 grad credits in economics required.
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies.

Responsibilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Prepare syllabi for all assigned sections per policies.
• Employ instructional technology when appropriate.
• Modify methods to meet diverse student needs.
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success.
• Evaluate and return student work promptly and maintain records.
• Submit final grade rosters by deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Cannot exceed 12 credit hours per semester.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Team/CC environment

Education

Master’s in economics

18 grad credits in economics

Job description

The Sinclair Economics Department is seeking dedicated and knowledgeable faculty members to join a dynamic team. The department provides students with a strong foundation in economic principles and financial management, equipping them for success in business careers or further university studies.

Sinclair is currently seeking part-time (adjunct) faculty to teach face-to-face courses at our main campus in downtown Dayton, Centerville Campus, and Courseview campus in Mason.

The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hour assigned to teach. For the full list of available courses to teach, please explore our course catalog.

This position is open only to applicants who reside in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform work within one of these states. Sinclair Community College restricts part-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements.

Why you’ll love Sinclair:

• Tuition Waiver for You: Employees can take advantage of tuition-free access for up to 3 credit hours per semester.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Grow your career through opportunities for advancement and promotion
• Generous Retirement Benefits: Build your future through participation in STRS , including a 14% employer contribution.
• Work-Life Balance and Wellness: Access programs, resources, and events that support your personal well-being and professional success.
• Faculty Mentorship: Receive guidance and support from experienced faculty to help you transition from a professional career into the classroom.

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students’ needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than the maximum of 12 credit hours per semester
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of a master’s degree in economics or a master’s degree with at least 18 semester credit hours of graduate coursework in economics required
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work successfully in a community college environment
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (if applicable) and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a minimum of a master’s degree in economics or a master’s degree with at least 18 semester credit hours of graduate coursework in economics?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please indicate your preference in location(s):
  • Main Campus - Dayton, Ohio
  • Courseview Campus - Mason, Ohio
  • Centerville Campus - Centerville, Ohio
• * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the state in which you currently reside or will perform work for this position.
  • Ohio
  • Indiana
  • Kentucky
  • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of these states.
• * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, and will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for a work visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
  • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but will require sponsorship now or in the future.
  • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Master's Transcript

Optional Documents

Sinclair Community College
Human Resources
444 W. Third St. Building 7, Room 340
Dayton, Ohio, 45402