Title: Sociology Adjunct Instructor

Agency: Commonwealth of Virginia

Location: Not Specified

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: Compensation based on instructor level, educational background, and relevant experience.

Employment Type: Part Time

Job Overview:
The Commonwealth of Virginia seeks a dedicated Sociology Adjunct Instructor to contribute to the educational mission of a community-focused institution. The role involves teaching at a 2-year college, which provides a variety of academic programs and services aimed at fostering student success and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:
1. **Instructional Duties:** Develop and deliver engaging course content that enhances students' understanding of sociology. This includes planning lessons, facilitating discussions, and assessing student performance through various methods.
2. **Professional Development:** Participate in ongoing professional growth activities, such as attending conferences, engaging in scholarly research, and contributing to academic publications.
3. **Institutional Engagement:** Fulfill responsibilities aligned with the college's mission, including attending faculty meetings, adhering to institutional policies, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance the educational environment.
4. **Community Service:** Actively participate in initiatives that support students and the broader community, demonstrating a commitment to educational excellence and civic responsibility.

The adjunct teaching role may involve a mix of on-campus and online instruction, with flexibility in scheduling to accommodate diverse student needs. Instructors are limited to a specific number of workload credits each term. Minimum Qualifications:

- A master's degree from an accredited institution with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Sociology.
- Prior teaching experience.
- Ability to adapt instructional strategies to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Proficiency in assessment techniques to support student learning.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in the field of sociology. Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in full-time teaching roles.
- Background in community college education.
- Familiarity with various instructional delivery methods, including online and hybrid formats.

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