Political Science Instructor - Adjunct

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