Adjunct Political Science Instructor

BASIC FUNCTION:

• Develop and deliver instructional lectures for Political Science courses up to 10 hours/week

• Organize and teach all levels of Political Science classes

• Use appropriate teaching methods to facilitate student learning;

• Teach day, evening, and/or weekend teaching assignments, which may include distance learning (interactive television, online) and accelerated courses;

• Assess Student Learning Outcomes every semester;

• Participate in department, division, and college-wide initiatives and committees if desired

Essential Duties Summary

REQUIRED DUTIES:

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Required Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate, by the final filing date, must possess the minimum qualifications stated below:

• Master’s in political science, government, or international relations OR

• Bachelor’s in any of the above AND

• Master’s in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, any ethnic studies, JD, or LL.B.

• OR the equivalent.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

Preference may be given to candidates with life or teaching which would demonstrate the clear ability to teach Political Science to community college students.

As an equal opportunity employer with a diverse staff and student population, the Yuba Community College District is committed to creating an inclusive and effective learning and working environment for all.