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Adjunct Instructor - Sociology

Job in Pewaukee, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, 53072, USA
Listing for: Waukesha County Technical College
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-09
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    University Professor, Adult Education, Academic, Faculty
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Description

Candidate must be able to teach both on campus & online courses and be a Wisconsin state resident.

The Humanities, Communication, and Social Sciences department seeks an adjunct faculty position in Sociology at Waukesha County Technical College. WCTC is a vibrant and expanding higher education institution dedicated to providing students with a transformative, hands‑on educational experience. We are committed to fostering academic excellence for our students, training and nurturing pedagogical skills in faculty, and providing innovation support to empower our students to thrive in an ever‑changing world.

The School of Arts and Science seeks to be the premier choice in the region for students seeking applied associate degrees as well as transfer degrees. We are seeking dynamic and dedicated adjunct instructors to join our team.

The successful candidate will provide students with a strong foundation in Sociology paired with exceptional teaching skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate the most effective teaching and learning research in lesson planning and content delivery. This candidate will demonstrate collegiality, flexibility, and leadership within the department, school, and college. WCTC offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, a future‑focused department team, instructional training, and support in an institution that is thriving.

Under direct supervision of the associate dean, the primary responsibility is providing instruction to students enrolled in a variety of Sociology courses. Classes may include (but are not limited to):
Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Diversity Studies, Multicultural America.

Pay will vary by course.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)
  • Deliver high-quality instruction to a range of program students
  • Integrate technology into teaching of course material
  • Contribute to program development, curriculum design, and program assessment
  • Collaborate with a variety of faculty, staff, and students using strong communication and organizational skills
  • Demonstrate a strong foundation in pedagogy
  • Use feedback as a developmental tool for growth around instructional effectiveness and collegiality
  • Effective at teaching in multiple formats (face‑to‑face, hybrid, internet)
  • Maintain positive relationships within the Liberal Arts programs and the various occupational programs at WCTC
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in Sociology or a Master's degree in a related field with 18 graduate level credits in Sociology.
  • At least one year of post‑secondary teaching experience required as the lead instructor (not TA work).
  • Post‑secondary experience in designing, planning, and implementing alternative delivery formats (internet, accelerated, hybrid).
  • Experience in CANVAS or similar learning management system.
  • Teaching experience, work experience or experience developing curriculum in the area of international or diversity studies (desired).
  • Online teaching experience required.
  • Supplemental Information

    All applicants must complete the online job application and attach the following:

    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    • Transcripts

    For more information, please contact Julie Stueber, Associate Dean at jsteuber
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