Adjunct Instructor, Political Science

Cody Dolinsek at cddolinsek or .

Salary Information

$1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour ( ECH ).

Job Summary

Adjunct Political Science Instructor to teach face to face American State and Local Government for Spring Semester 2027 at Urban Campus.

Essential Functions

Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi. Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students. Fosters a safe and civil learning environment. Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies. Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Political Science or any master’s degree with 12 graduate semester credits in History Law (JD), Public Policy, Public Administration, Sociology, Social Science, with at least 6 credit hours in Political Science.
Demonstrated effectiveness working with populations having diverse values, and/or coming from varied cultures and backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications

Teaching experience.

Work Schedule

Spring Semester 2027.
01/12/2027 – 05/06/2027, Tuesday and Thursday, 2:25pm – 3:50pm.

Posting Date

Posting Date 10/16/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Open Until Filled Yes

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