Adjunct Instructor, Political Science PTT

Overview

Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean and Program Chair(s), this part‑time, temporary Adjunct Instructor position involves instructing students in a variety of Political Science courses in campus classroom, online/remote, hybrid, and/or off‑campus settings for the 2026–2027 academic year.

• Provide instruction to students according to the objectives of each course assigned.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies in classroom, online, hybrid, or lab settings that are appropriate to individual student needs, including lectures, small groups, demonstrations, and computer‑assisted instruction.
• Prepare and administer evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress.
• Assist in gathering and interpreting data for department assessment.
• Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute.
• Operate and utilize appropriate technologies (e.g., document camera, projector, LMS) as part of the teaching process.
• May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
• Perform other college functions and duties as assigned.
• Be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required; schedules are set by Southeast Community College based on institutional needs.

• Current knowledge of and ability to teach political science.
• Ability to relate to colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors of diverse backgrounds in a positive and cooperative manner.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of teaching strategies, including computer applications.
• Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom use.
• Basic computer skills.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using other combinations of skills and abilities where appropriate.

• Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Political Science or Government,
• OR Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, plus a minimum of 6 graduate credits in Political Science, and an approved plan to complete a Master’s degree within 2 years that includes 18 graduate credits in the subject area.
• Teaching experience equivalent to 18 semester hours or 6 courses/sections at secondary or post‑secondary level that applies directly to the instructional responsibilities.

• Experience teaching online and/or hybrid formats.
• Experience using technology to teach classes remotely (distance learning).
• Familiarity with Engaged Learning practices.

Salary TBD

• Part‑time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account; no match is provided by the College.

• Part‑time, temporary position with assignments based on program needs.

Applicants will be required to undergo a criminal history background check prior to a final offer.