Job Title: Adjunct Instructor (Various Disciplines)Department: Behavioral and Social SciencesCollege: College of Arts and SciencesReports To: Department Chair or DesigneeEmployment Status: Part-Time, Temporary, Course-by-CourseFLSA Status: ExemptLocation: onsite, online or as assignedJob SummaryFort Valley State University seeks qualified applicants for a pool of adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate courses across the Behavioral and Social Sciences disciplines. Areas may include, but are not limited to, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Master of Social Work, Master of Public Administration, and Gerontology. Appointments are temporary and based on instructional needs for fall, spring, or summer terms in face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats.Placement in the pool does not guarantee employment. Course assignments depend on enrollment, funding, scheduling and departmental needs.ResponsibilitiesTeach assigned courses following approved curriculumPrepare and deliver instruction in various formatsDevelop or use syllabi, assignments and assessmentsCommunicate course expectations and evaluate student performanceMaintain records and submit grades on timeUse required instructional technologiesSupport student learning and maintain availabilityParticipate in required training or meetingsFollow University policies and maintain confidentialityMinimum QualificationsMaster's degree in a Behavioral or Social Science discipline or related field with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching areaAbility to teach and communicate subject matter effectivelyBasic proficiency with instructional technologyPreferred QualificationsDoctorate in a Behavioral or Social Science discipline or related fieldCollege-level teaching experienceExperience with online or hybrid instructionAppointment TermsAdjunct appointments are temporary part-time and course-based with no guarantee of continued employment. Compensation is set per course. Assignments depend on enrollment, funding and performance.Application MaterialsApplicationCV or resumeCover letter indicating teaching areasUnofficial transcriptsReferencesApplications are reviewed as needed. Submission does not guarantee an interview or appointment.Equal Employment OpportunityFort Valley State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or University System of Georgia policy.
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