Adjunct Faculty - Sociology

East Texas A&M University – Commerce, TX

About the role

Adjunct Faculty teach on a course-by-course basis throughout the academic year in the Sociology discipline.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) in Sociology; instruction may be on-campus, off-campus, or online, and may occur during the day and/or evening based on student demand and departmental needs.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus to meet department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess and grade students based on participation, performance, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist and mentor students as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Sociology is required to teach undergraduate courses, OR a terminal degree in Sociology or a closely related field is required to teach graduate courses.
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current relevant professional credentials.
• College or university teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Prior relevant industry experience.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.