Political Science Instructor - Adjunct

Job Description

Job Description

Adjunct instructors are primarily responsible for instruction and classroom/student maintenance.

Position Requirements:

• 2-5+ years of professional experience 
• Master's Degree in Political Science or a closely related field (Doctoral degree preferred).
• Demonstrated expertise in core areas such as American government, international relations, comparative politics, public policy, or political theory
• Strong record of teaching experience at the college or university level
• Evidence of research, scholarship, or professional contributions in political science (preferred for tenure-track)
• Ability to design and deliver engaging instruction in classroom and/or online environments
• Proficiency with instructional technology and learning management systems (LMS)
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, engaged, and intellectually rigorous learning environment
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and academic advising (preferred)
• Willingness to participate in departmental service, student mentoring, and professional development
• Flexibility to teach a range of courses and adapt to varying teaching schedules

Responsibilities

• Attend a weekly feedback meeting with assigned EU administrator (Dean of Academic Affairs, Academic Advisor, or Program Director) to review student and classroom issues
• Maintain accurate attendance (daily and weekly)
• Make phone calls to students who have been absent
• Review and administer pre- and post-testing in all appropriate courses
• Administer required surveys and assessments in all appropriate courses
• Notify registrar of changes in roster
• Prevent "do not admit" students from entering class until cleared
• Maintain an accurate and fair grading scheme for each student
• Adhere to all University policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintain formal, neat, legible, accurate, and organized course syllabi
• Update attendance daily and grades weekly; ensure any physical student records of attendance and grades remain on campus in the designated area
• Conduct class according to scheduled times
• Prevent excessive breaks
• Avoid dismissing classes early
• Arrive at the University 20 minutes before the start of class fully prepared for each session
• Be available to students 15 minutes prior to the beginning of class session for questions and advising
• Submit grades no later than Monday 5pm EST following the end of each term
• Ensure that students adhere to University Policy
• Attend, if possible, graduation ceremonies
• Maintain classrooms in a clean and orderly manner
• Motivate, encourage, and assist students with academic issues and class attendance
• Maintain current and accurate information related to the subjects taught
• Complete annual professional development plans
• Tutor students as necessary
• Abide by all State, Federal, and/or University laws and rules pertaining to safety, health, and conduct