Adjunct Faculty – Sociology

Adjunct Faculty – Sociology

Inside Higher Ed

Department:
Social Sciences

Contact:
Dr. Roxanna Harlow – rharlow

The Division of Social Sciences, Education, and Business is looking for adjunct instructors to teach Introduction to Sociology and/or Diversity in the U.S.

Preference is given to candidates with a degree in sociology, experience teaching courses at the college level, and flexibility to teach both face‑to‑face and online classes.

Residency restrictions apply: if an offer of employment is made and accepted, the candidate must be a resident of DC, VA, WV, MD, DE or PA on the date employment commences and must be willing to come to campus to sign paperwork for identity verification.

Carroll Community College is a positive, student‑centered learning environment. We provide an empowering and high‑quality educational experience to help students achieve their goals. Adjunct faculty are assigned primarily teaching duties. Actual hours worked on‑ and off‑campus in any given week can vary according to grading, class preparation requirements, professional development activities, and office hours. Adjunct faculty member responsibilities are primarily to teach students, assess learning, and engage in professional development.

Adjunct Faculty report to either the Division Chair or Program Director.

• Teach no more than the equivalent of 24‑teaching load hours per year (per measurement period under the ACA)
• Hold classes as scheduled
• Design assignments and/or give required assignments to measure student learning
• Provide clear and concise feedback to students in a timely manner (generally within two weeks)
• Check and respond to all emails within two business days
• Post the syllabus, faculty information, and a welcome announcement for Preview Week and maintain a current gradebook in the Learning Management System
• Hold required office hours
• Assist students and direct them to appropriate resources
• Contribute to student retention and completion initiatives
• Participate in outcomes assessment and respond to data
• Collaborate with student support offices and professionals
• Report grades and reconcile incomplete grades as necessary
• Engage in professional development including departmental orientation
• Attend required meetings and complete mandatory trainings
• Adapt to emerging challenges and demands to serve the college and its students
• Follow policies as outlined in the Faculty Handbook
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Master’s Degree in a related field
• Ability to use technology in teaching including LMS and live video collaboration platforms
• Must be positive, cooperative and supportive

• A terminal degree
• Degree in sociology
• Experience teaching sociology courses at the college level

This work is normally sedentary but may require exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. The following physical abilities are required:

• Ability to hear, talk and communicate
• Visual acuity and ability to detect surroundings
• Mental acuity – able to focus, concentrate, understand and convey subject matter
• Repetitive motion (e.g., keyboarding)
• Stand, sit, walk or be able to move or traverse from one area to another

College campus, direct contact with students, staff, faculty and the general public in classrooms, common areas, offices, and campus environments. Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office, meeting, and training rooms, including safe workplace practices with office equipment, computers for data entry and word processing, avoidance of tripping hazards and adherence to fire and building safety regulations, observance of College policies and traffic laws when driving a College vehicle.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and unofficial transcript emailed to Dr. Roxanna Harlow – rharlow. Please be sure the following are visible on the unofficial transcript: your name, the institution’s name and the degree/date conferred. An official transcript will be required upon hiring. This position is open until filled.

• Successfully complete a criminal background check (for designated positions)
• Must be available to work on campus as of the first day of employment
• Be a resident of DE, MD, PA, VA, WV or DC as of the first day of employment
• Be currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsor ships
• Complete an employment application upon request, prior to progressing through the initial interview process

Carroll Community College is committed to fostering a welcoming environment for all. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.