Political Science Adjunct

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Political Science Adjunct Job Description

The Political Science Adjunct is a part-time position. Under the direction of the Department Chair, the adjunct provides quality learning opportunities in the School of Arts and Sciences. Courses may include American Government, State and Local Government, and International Relations.

Classes may be offered in asynchronous and / or synchronous modalities. Synchronous teaching assignments may be scheduled at the Monroe campus, Polkton campus, or online, with flexible scheduling options throughout the daytime, evening, and weekend based on departmental needs and instructor availability.

Essential Duties Summary

• Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to South Piedmont Community College as a learning-centered college through the College's mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services
• Customize and facilitate curriculum using effective learning strategies, syllabi, and materials that promote successful teaching and learning
• Facilitate learning through online, hybrid, and / or classroom activities designed to support student success where applicable
• Access and return student work with feedback in a timely manner
• Inform students of their grades and progress in the course
• Actively participate in continuous improvement planning through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels
• Create, select, and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including textbooks and library resources which meet college accessibility guidelines
• Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory
• Demonstrate a high-level professionalism in developing and/or implementing long- and short-range plans
• Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program
• Provide accessibility to students and colleagues
• Maintain and submit all required class records and/or reports on time
• Accept teaching assignments based on departmental need and instructor availability
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President of Academic Affairs

Required Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Political Science OR a completed Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Political Science
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications

• Community college teaching experience
• Online teaching experience
• All SPCC courses use Canvas as a course delivery system. Upon hiring, adjuncts must successfully complete Canvas training experience or provide documented proof of Canvas experience.

Physical Demands Special Conditions Eligibility Summary Eeo Statement Summary

South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number JP00833FY17-18 Open Date Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Is there any reason known to you why you might be unable to perform consistently and promptly any of the job duties? If Yes, please explain.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Have you ever been discharged or asked to resign from a position? Yes/No. If Yes, please explain.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Have you ever been convicted of a crime that has required you either by North Carolina law or any other state or federal law to register as a sex offender?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a Master's degree or above in Political Science OR a completed Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Political Science?

• Master's degree or above in Political Science

• Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Political Science

• Neither

• • Do you have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing?

• Excellent Skills

• Good Skills

• Fair Skills

• No Skills

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (2)
• Transcripts (3)