Part-time Instructor (Pool) - Sociology and Community Development

About the role

The Department of Sociology at Austin Peay State University is seeking qualified applicants to join our Adjunct Instructor Pool. This pool will be used to fill part-time, temporary teaching positions on an as-needed basis for upcoming semesters. Adjunct instructors will teach undergraduate courses in sociology, which may include—but are not limited to—Introduction to Sociology, Social Problems, Race and Ethnicity, Gender and Society, and Sociology of the Family. Courses may be offered in-person, online, or in hybrid formats. The number of adjunct instructors hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver course content in alignment with department standards
• Evaluate and grade student work in a timely manner
• Maintain regular communication with students and department leadership
• Uphold academic integrity and foster a respectful learning environment

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Sociology or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the college level
• A background search will be required of the successful applicant
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects

Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Familiarity with D2L

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sociology