Sociology Instructor; Adjunct Faculty Pool Job Grants Pass area,Oregon USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Sociology Instructor (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

Part-Time Sociology Instructor

This is an adjunct faculty pool for teaching in the Social Science department. The pool will remain open until June 2026 unless positions are no longer needed. Applications will be reviewed and candidates will be contacted and interviewed as positions become available. If at any time you decide that you are no longer interested in being considered, you may log in to the system and withdraw your application from the pool.

Typically, at the end of the academic year (or at any point we no longer have a hiring need for this department), we will close this pool and you will receive an email notification.

Are you passionate about sociology? Can you create and maintain a dynamic and interactive learning environment? Consider joining the Social Science and Human Services Department at Rogue Community College, where we value engaging teaching methods that inspire and involve students. We are currently seeking a part-time Sociology Instructor to cultivate a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and academic backgrounds.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about collaborating to enhance student success, creating interactive learning experiences, and fostering a supportive learning environment that inspires students' critical thinking. Specifically, we are looking for an instructor to teach:

Race and Ethnicity in the U.S. in person
and/or Introduction to Criminology online
and/or Juvenile Delinquency online

The instructor is responsible for the planning and implementation of various sociology courses. Instructor is required to create a course syllabus, instruct students in the subject matter in accordance with that syllabus, maintain attendance records, assess student progress and evaluate course work for a letter grade. Instructor will maintain college standards in all aspects of professionalism, record keeping and instruction within the team atmosphere of the social science department of Rogue Community College.

Examples

of Duties - Essential Functions

Instructs students in a classroom, lab, learning center, or other setting as appropriate using active learning approaches that both engage and facilitate student learning.

Prepares, distributes, and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate.

Develops, communicates, and utilizes a student assessment process and instruments which are related to the stated objectives of the course.

Adapt learning procedures to the online/distance learning environment, including web-based delivery, ensuring comparable quality of instruction, student-teacher interaction, and assessment with classroom-based courses.

May participate as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities.

Communicate effectively with a wide variety of students and college staff.

Responsible for departmental equipment and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate to the department.

Participates in curriculum planning and development and outcomes and assessment activities as needed.

Organize the learning experience for the maximum benefit of traditional and non-traditional learners.

Maintain regular and responsive communication with students, the department, and the college.

Strive to enhance teaching and learning techniques.

Pursue professional development to stay current in the field of sociology and utilizing best practices for teaching and learning.

Understand and commit to the community college vision and mission.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Screening Criteria

Education: A Master's Degree in Sociology or related field is required. Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 34 8.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.

Ability to: Communicate effectively, inclusively, interactively, engagingly, and respectfully with diverse students, staff, and community members; demonstrate experience or potential for innovation and creativity in both the classroom and in online; demonstrate a commitment to professional standards and growth. Pass a criminal background check.

Knowledge of: current trends in sociological subjects being taught. Computer applications for communication and learning, including, but not limited to, word processing, the Internet, multi-media presentations, spreadsheets and database management. Curriculum development; the community colleges' mission, role in higher education, and student population; and best practices for culturally responsive teaching.

Preferred Screening Criteria: We aim to select the most suitable candidate for the position, which may include individuals from non-traditional backgrounds. We invite applicants from diverse identities, cultures, experiences,…