Adjunct Instructor, Political Science

Adjunct Instructor, Political Science Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver course content for assigned political science courses, including syllabi, instructional materials, assignments, and assessments, in alignment with approved curricula and learning outcomes.
• Facilitate engaging and effective instruction using appropriate delivery methods (online, hybrid, or face-to‑face), incorporating lectures, discussions, and interactive learning activities.
• Create and maintain an inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation, critical thinking, and respectful academic discourse.
• Design, administer, and evaluate assessments to measure student learning and academic progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Maintain regular communication with students through scheduled office hours, electronic communication, and learning management systems.
• Utilize learning management systems and instructional technologies to deliver course materials, track student progress, and support instructional objectives.
• Adhere to institutional policies, academic standards, and accreditation requirements, including record‑keeping, grading deadlines, and FERPA compliance.

• Other related duties, as assigned

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or ABD) in Political Science or a closely related discipline.
• Two (2) years’ of experience at the collegiate level.
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses.

• Knowledge of core political science principles relevant to assigned courses, including American government, political theory, comparative politics, international relations, and public policy.
• Knowledge of effective instructional strategies for higher education, including online or hybrid course delivery and student engagement techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of political science principles relevant to assigned courses (e.g., American government, political theory, comparative politics, international relations, or public policy).
• Familiarity with learning management systems and instructional technologies used for course delivery, assessment, and communication.
• Skill in communicating complex political concepts clearly through written and verbal instruction.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills to manage course materials, grading, and student communications.
• Ability to assess student learning using appropriate evaluation methods and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods and course content to diverse learning needs, student feedback, and current developments in the discipline.
• Ability to maintain academic standards, professionalism, and compliance with institutional policies and FERPA requirements.
• Ability to effectively teach in an online, hybrid, or face‑to‑face instructional environment.
• Proficiency in using learning management systems and instructional technologies to support course delivery and student engagement.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.