Political Science; Adjunct​/Part-time

Position: Political Science (Adjunct/Part-time)

Political Science (Adjunct/Part‐time)

Salary: $77.44 - $98.98 Hourly

Job Type: Part‑Time

Job Number: 43

Closing: Continuous

Location: Rocklin, CA

Division: Instruction Office

In order to create a pool of qualified applicants, Sierra College accepts applications in all subject areas and conducts interviews for teaching positions throughout the year. Applications are kept in the hiring pool for a period of two years. The number of open positions varies from semester to semester. The Division Dean or Department Chair will contact you directly for an interview when a position becomes available.

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Examples Of Functions and Tasks Curriculum Development

• Review and evaluate curriculum to meet student interests and needs within budget constraints.
• Coordinate with part‑time instructors to enhance consistency of lecture/laboratory content.
• Evaluate and revise course descriptions; present proposals for curriculum changes to the Curriculum Committee.
• Make changes to curriculum as approved within the shared governance structure.
• Review curriculum for compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.

Lecture/Laboratory Preparation

• Review new textbooks for content, readability, and cost effectiveness.
• Prepare and update syllabus materials for lectures and laboratories.
• Prepare and coordinate computer and audio‑visual materials for classroom/laboratory use.
• Prepare typewritten and graphic handouts and transparencies for classroom/laboratory use.
• Coordinate with publishing companies regarding instructional materials.
• Complete book orders and supply master copies of syllabi; prepare lesson plans for lecture or laboratory use.
• Attend conferences to increase knowledge of subject matter and teaching methods.
• Familiarize self with operation of all equipment available for use.

Lecture/Laboratory Presentation

• Introduce and present lecture/laboratory information and concepts clearly.
• Use analogies and examples to convey political science concepts.
• Provide instructional objectives to direct student learning.
• Use visual aids, demonstrations, and examples to enhance presentations.
• Distribute handouts for difficult topics.
• Answer student questions clearly and respectfully.
• Encourage student participation and involvement in discussions.
• Monitor student activity and take steps to prevent unacceptable behavior.
• Maintain order in classrooms and laboratories, providing equal opportunity for participation.

Student Performance Evaluation

• Develop quizzes, texts, and examinations that fairly evaluate student progress.
• Monitor student activity during examinations and quizzes, preventing cheating and other unacceptable behavior.
• Read and evaluate student responses; assign grades; advise students on academic matters.
• Refer students to appropriate services (e.g., ESL, EOPS).
• Input student scores into computer systems and provide printouts as needed.

Shared Governance Participation

• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and activities.
• Respond in writing to requests for information and to participate in curriculum development and equipment selection.
• Represent department by serving on campus‑wide committees.
• Attend divisional meetings and activities; serve on employee selection committees as requested.
• Participate in Faculty Senate and Staff Development Committee as needed.
• Read and respond to information polls distributed by the Faculty Senate.

Ancillary Student Services

• Hold regular office hours; provide academic advice.
• Serve as a positive role model, supporting character and citizenship development.
• Participate in graduation and award ceremonies.
• Provide letters of recommendation as requested; hold review sessions of classroom/laboratory material.
• Advise and encourage students relative to departmental curriculum.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in political science,…