Lecturer-Pool Faculty Competency-Based Education Instruction in Political Science

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Sam Houston State University seeks part-time, non-tenure track faculty in the Political Science department to support competency-based education (CBE) courses for online programs. The role involves delivering instruction, evaluating student work, and providing timely feedback to ensure student progression.

Faculty will teach a CBE section of Texas Government (POLS2306) in Fall 2026 and later POLS2305, with a 9-month academic-year appointment and potential 3-month summer continuation to support

Qualifications

• Master's degree in political science or related field preferred; will consider those that meet SACSCOC credentialing requirement of a Masters degree plus 18 graduate credits in political science.
• Experience teaching higher-ed level courses preferred.
• Experience with competency-based education or outcomes-based assessment in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education format for new CBE-based programs. Courses are online and designed for mastery of defined competencies.
• Serve as instructor of record; evaluate student work and provide timely feedback.
• Support student progression and instruction across multiple entry points throughout the calendar year, including summer.
• Collaborate with department and faculty to ensure continuous delivery of the program.

Skills

Higher-ed teaching

Online learning platforms

Feedback skills

Education

Masters degree in political science

18 graduate credits in political science

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Usual Duties

Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education (CBE) format for newCBE-based Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences programs at Sam Houston State University.CBEcourses are fully online and designed to allow students to progress by demonstrating mastery of clearly defined competencies.

Department

Political Science

Employment Details

Part Time, Non-Tenure Track

Open until filled: Yes

Requisition number: 202600094F

Usual Duties

Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education (CBE) format for newCBE-based Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences programs at Sam Houston State University.CBEcourses are fully online and designed to allow students to progress by demonstrating mastery of clearly defined competencies.

Faculty would begin by supporting aCBEsection of Texas Government (POLS2306) in Fall 2026 and then support aCBEsection of American Government (POLS2305) when it rolls out later in the academic year.CBEfaculty serve as instructors of record and are responsible for evaluating student work, providing timely feedback, and supporting student progression.

This position is structured as a 9-month academic-year appointment with an anticipated 3-month summer appointment to support the continuous delivery of the competency-based education program. Faculty are expected to provide instruction across multiple entry points throughout the calendar year, including summer, to ensure consistent support for student learning and progression.

Degree Requirements

• Masters degree in political science or related field preferred; will also consider those that meetSACSCOCcredentialing requirement of a Masters degree plus 18-graduate credits in political science.

Experience Requirements

• Experience teaching higher-ed level courses preferred

Experience With Online Learning Environments (e.g., Blackboard) Preferred

• Experience with competency-based education or outcomes-based assessment in higher education preferred

Other Requirements For The Position

• Strong written communication and feedback skills

Special Instructions Summary

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Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with TitleVIIas interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Sam Houston State University is an at will employer.

Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions.

Security-sensitive positions atSHSUrequire background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

Physical Address

Human Resources Department

1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202

P.O. Box 2356

Huntsville, TX 77341-2356

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Email: [e-mail]

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