Part-Time Urban Politics & Policy Instructor

Trinity University; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 6,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas seeks a Part-Time Faculty member for the Spring 2027 semester to teach Urban Politics (PLSI 34/URBS 3416).

The course explores urban space, politics, institutions, and the people who live in cities, with emphasis on why cities matter and how they shape inequality. Candidates should have a Master’s in political science or related field and university teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Mastery of the relevant subject matter.
• Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, or in-class activities.
• Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments.
• Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University.

Responsibilities

• Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards.
• Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments.
• Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams.
• Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines.
• Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director.
• Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services.
• Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin.

Skills

Mastery of the subject matter

Engaging lectures

Design rigorous assignments

Liberal arts mission

Education

Masters degree or equivalent in political science, urban studies, or related field

Job description

Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas seeks a Part-Time Faculty member for the Spring 2027 semester to teach Urban Politics (PLSI 34/URBS 3416).

The course explores urban space, politics, institutions, and the people who live in cities, with emphasis on why cities matter and how they shape inequality. Candidates should have a Master’s in political science or related field and university teaching experience is preferred.