Term Instructor - Government​/Political Sciences Pool

TERM INSTRUCTOR - GOVERNMENT/POLITICAL SCIENCES POOL

The purpose of this position is to teach assigned courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need. Courses may include online courses and/or dual-credit/early college classes. This temporary term instructor position may lead to an instructor or professor role in the near future.

• Teach five courses per semester, including online or dual‑credit/early college classes.
• Teach assigned courses at various times and locations as needed.
• Provide a written and accessible syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and clearly outlines content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods, and schedule.
• Maintain a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning.
• Hold at least one hour of office hours daily, and be available for student conferences.
• Evaluate students to measure progress toward course outcomes, review and recommend learning materials, and assist in academic advising of declared majors.
• Continuously improve instruction quality, develop teaching methods, revise assessments, and participate in the self‑evaluation process.
• Participate in institutional activities such as committees, meetings, convocation and graduation ceremonies, accreditation activities, and the college planning process.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community; assist with marketing, recruiting, and accept special assignments when required.

• Plan instruction based on an approved syllabus or outline to ensure course content and objectives are met.
• Utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate diverse learning styles of students.
• Have successful college teaching experience.
• Have experience utilizing instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources, and other appropriate media in instruction.

• Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the discipline.

• Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the teaching discipline.
• Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods that enhance student success.
• Knowledge of learning colleges and/or learning communities.
• Experience teaching college‑level online courses and/or documented success in a college online learning management system such as Blackboard or Canvas.

This is a security‑sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions.

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae