Adjunct Instructor- Sociology

About the role

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. This is a continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department. Applying adds the applicant to a pool from which the departmental search committee draws as needs arise for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager selects from the pool on an as‑needed basis.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Provide instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses.
• Mentor students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned (face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or dual credit).
• Maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.
• Provide instruction in both traditional and non‑traditional learning modes and engage in instructional preparation.
• Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications promptly.
• Assess student performance, including submission of final grades in a timely fashion.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior.
• Be available to students by appointment.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings.
• Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels.
• Complete any required training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) credential: an earned Master’s degree in the teaching discipline or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in the teaching discipline.
• Submit transcripts, certificates, and/or license with application.
• Position is designated as security‑sensitive; a satisfactory criminal history background check is required.
• Males aged 18‑25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Skills

• Ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses.
• Ability to provide instruction that achieves the specific goals and objectives of all assigned courses.
• Ability to create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, college personnel, administration, peers, and public groups.
• Ability to treat all persons with respect, dignity, and justice, without discrimination based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
• Ability to exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources.
• Ability to observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

Schedule

Hours vary depending on need and course schedule; may include day, evening, and/or weekend instruction. Flexibility to teach evenings, Friday, or weekend courses is preferred.