Social Sciences Adjunct Pool

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Tallahassee State College (TSC), recently recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges for 2026, is currently seeking to build an applicant pool for the position of Social Sciences Adjunct Faculty with the Social Science Division.

We're looking for individuals who share our commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community.

NOTE:

This position is primarily for in-person, on-campus courses taught a variation of days (Monday through Friday) on Main Campus in Tallahassee, Florida. Courses time blocks are during the morning, mid-day, and afternoon. A small amount of evening courses may also be offered.

* Some online courses may be available for highly qualified candidates with experience teaching in the Community College setting via Canvas LMS.

Adjunct faculty will provide instruction, service and support of college policies and procedures, along with opportunities for professional development.

A Master's degree in the specific teaching discipline (ex. History, Psychology, etc.) or a Master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the specified discipline (specifically covering the topic of the course to be taught) is required in addition to teaching experience, preferably within a community college setting.

In addition to the minimum qualifications listed for this position, all prospective adjunct faculty are expected to demonstrate the following:

• Commitment to student retention and success.
• Commitment to development and assessment of student learning.
• Use of technology and innovative approaches to enhance teaching and learning, including distance learning and alternative delivery systems.
• Willingness to support a population of learners inside and beyond the classroom.
• Ability to work in a participatory and collegial setting.

Applicants should also have these basic knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of the subject area(s) in which the individual is responsible for instruction.
• Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and of effective instruction.
• Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics and challenges of community college students.
• Knowledge and understanding of principles of curriculum development.
• Computer literacy and ability to navigate in a Windows environment.
• Knowledge and ability to use and navigate the Canvas Learning Management System.
• Must be engaging and focused on student success; the ability to interact with students in a group and one-on-one situations is expected.
• The ability to meet teaching deadlines (i.e. attendance, grading) and work with students on their response to assignments in a timely manner.
• Facilitate classroom discussion and evaluate student performance in a timely manner with timely feedback.
• Adhere to course guidelines and outcomes.
• Maintain records of student attendance, involvement and progress.
• Be responsive and have frequent communication with students, colleagues and supervisors.

PRIMARY TEACHING NEEDS:

This applicant pool is primarily for in-person, on-campus courses taught a variation of days (Monday through Friday) on Main Campus in Tallahassee, Florida.

Course time blocks are during the morning, mid-day, and afternoon. A small amount of evening options may be offered.

* Some online and/or Zoom courses may be available for highly qualified candidates with experience teaching in the Community College setting via Canvas LMS.

POSITIONS (BY DISCIPLINE)

• ANTHROPOLOGY (Degree in Anthropology)

  • ANT 2000 General Anthropology (MOST COMMON)
  • ANT 2140 Introduction to Archaeology
  • ANT 2511 Introduction to Physical Anthropology

• BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (Degree in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family, etc)

  • CHD 2220 Child Development
  • CLP 1001 Psychology of Personal and Social Adjustment
  • CLP 2140 Abnormal Psychology
  • DEP 2004 Human Development (MOST COMMON)
  • PSY 2012 General Psychology (MOST COMMON)
  • SOP 2002 Social Psychology

• HISTORY (Degree in History. Religion/Religious Studies does not apply.)

  • AMH 2010 History of the United States I (MOST COMMON)
  • AMH 2020 History of the United States II (MOST COMMON)
  • AMH 2091 African-American History
  • EUH 1000 Western Civilization I
  • EUH 1001 Western Civilization II
  • LAH 1093 Latin American History
  • WOH 2012 History of Civilization I
  • WOH 2022 History of Civilization II

• POLITICAL SCIENCE (Degree in Political Science, Comparative Politics, International Relations, or Government Studies - this does NOT include a law degree or JD; courses or degree must be related to the course taught)

  • CPO 2001 Introduction to Comparative Politics
  • INR 2002 International Relations
  • PAD 2002 Introduction to Public Administration
  • POS 1041 National Government (MOST COMMON)
  • POS 1112 State and Local Government
  • POS 2001 Introduction to Political Science

Documents Required with Application

To be considered for this position, please include a copy of the following items as attachments. Graduate transcripts are necessary to verify that your coursework meets the graduate level course…