Adjunct Faculty - Sociology

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty - Sociology

East Texas A&M University

Sociology & Criminal Justice

Commerce, Texas

Faculty

Commensurate

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) within the required discipline of Sociology. Instruction may be delivered on‑campus, off‑campus, or online and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in‑class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist/mentor students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required to teach undergraduate courses OR a terminal degree in the field of study or closely related is required to teach graduate courses. Degree in Sociology is required.
• Experience:
  
  Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
• Knowledge /
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to:
  Multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.

• Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials.
• College or University teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Prior relevant industry experience.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.