Political Science Adjunct Instructor

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Trident Technical College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach Political Science in the 2026-2027 academic year, with opportunities to teach day and evening classes across multiple campuses. Instructors will utilize Brightspace and varied teaching methods to engage students.

Qualified candidates hold a master's degree in political science (or a master's with 18 graduate hours) and must submit unofficial transcripts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in political science or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in political science.
• Adjunct faculty positions require submission of unofficial transcripts reflecting the minimum requirements with the application.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and publisher platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach day and/or evening classes across multiple campuses using technology and varied teaching methods.
• Teach courses at Berkeley, Dorchester, Mount Pleasant, Palmer, and Thornley campuses and use Brightspace LMS.
• Utilize Brightspace learning management technology in instruction.

Skills

Teaching experience

Brightspace LMS

Educational technology

American Government

Education

Master's degree in political science

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in political science

Tools

Publisher platforms

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences seeks to fill Political Science adjunct instructor positions to begin Summer for the 2026-2027 academic year. If you are passionate about sharing your knowledge with others, consider joining TTC! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching day and/or evening classes, utilizing technology, and using various teaching methods in instruction.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching courses at multiple campuses (Berkeley, Dorchester, Mount Pleasant, Palmer, and Thornley) and utilizing Brightspace learning management technology.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

To qualify for these positions, you must have at least a master's degree in political science or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in political science. Adjunct faculty positions require submission of unofficial transcripts reflecting the minimum requirements with the application. Submissions without transcripts will not be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous college-level teaching experience is preferred. Prior teaching experience is also preferred. Proficiency with learning management systems and publisher platforms is a plus. These positions will teach face-to-face American Government courses.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.