Lecturer of Criminal Justice/Criminology – School of Behavioral and Social Sciences (Continuous Recruitment)
Position Details
The position is a Lecturer in the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences at UW-Stevens Point. The position is open for continuous recruitment.
Job Duties
Lecturers are hired on a per-course basis each semester, and teaching one semester does not guarantee being assigned the following semester. The teaching hours for a lecturer will vary with a teaching load ranging between 1-12 credits per semester. While the announcement lists this position as on-site, partially remote and remote opportunities may be available.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance
- Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction
- Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations
Department
The UWSP Department of Sociology and Social Work has 13 full-time teaching faculty and staff (6 in Sociology and 7 in Social Work), approximately 165 undergraduate social work majors and approximately 150 undergraduate sociology majors in both face-to-face and online program options. The Department also houses robust minors in Criminal Justice and Substance Use and Addiction Studies. With a commitment to social justice and applied learning, the Department values quality teaching/learning experiences, and emphasizes undergraduate research, community-based practicums, and service to the region. The Department is building on its strong undergraduate foundation to additionally develop a Master of Social Work Program.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of a master’s degree in sociology, criminal justice, criminology, or a related field, from an accredited college or university.
- Ability to effectively instruct and engage with a wide range of students, encompassing diverse backgrounds, learning styles, and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching at the college or university level.
- Experience teaching in multiple modalities, such as in-person, online, and hybrid.