Adjunct Faculty - Sociology

Overview

Category: Adjunct Faculty Department: Social Sciences Application Deadline: This position is open until filled. Contact: Dr. Roxanna Harlow – [email protected] Salary: See Credit Adjunct Faculty scale for comprehensive salary information. Job Summary The Division of Social Sciences, Education, and Business is looking for adjunct instructors to teach Introduction to Sociology and/or Diversity in the U.S. Preference is given to candidates with a degree in sociology, experience teaching courses at the college level, and flexibility to teach face-to-face and online classes. Residency restrictions apply. The College does not hire solely online instructors living outside of Maryland. Carroll employees may live in other states, but they must physically work in Maryland the majority of the time. For income tax obligations, employees must be a resident of DC, VA, WV, MD, or PA on the date employment commences. In addition, candidates must be willing to come to campus for identity verification within 3 business days of hire date. Essential Job Functions

• Teach no more than the equivalent of 24-teaching load hours per year (per measurement period under the ACA)
• Hold classes as scheduled
• Design assignments and/or give required assignments to measure student learning
• Provide clear and concise feedback to students in a timely manner (generally within two weeks)
• Check and respond to all emails within two business days
• Post the syllabus, faculty information, and a welcome announcement for Preview Week and maintain a current gradebook in the Learning Management System
• Hold required office hours
• Assist students and direct them to appropriate resources
• Contribute to student retention and completion initiatives
• Participate in outcomes assessment and respond to data
• Collaborate with student support offices and professionals
• Report grades and reconcile incomplete grades as necessary
• Engage in professional development including departmental orientation
• Attend required meetings and complete mandatory trainings
• Adapt to emerging challenges and demands to serve the college and its students
• Follow policies as outlined in the Faculty Handbook
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Minimum Requirements To Perform Work
• Master’s Degree in a related field
• Ability to use technology in teaching including LMS and live video collaboration platforms
• Must be positive, cooperative and supportive

Preferred Qualifications

• A terminal degree
• Degree in sociology
• Experience teaching sociology courses at the college level

Physical Demands This work is normally sedentary and may require exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. The following physical abilities are required:

• Hear, talk, and communicate – must be able to exchange information
• Visual acuity – ability to perceive surroundings
• Mental acuity – ability to focus, concentrate, understand, and convey subject matter
• Repetitive motion (e.g., keyboarding)
• Stand, sit, walk, and move between areas

Work Environment

College campus with direct contact with students, staff, faculty, and the general public in classrooms, common areas, offices, and campus environments. Normal safety precautions apply in offices, meeting rooms, and training spaces. Safe workplace practices with office equipment and computers; avoidance of trips and falls; observance of fire and building safety regulations; observance of College policies and traffic laws when/if driving a College vehicle. Carroll Community College reserves the right to revise this position description at any time; this description does not represent a contract of employment. Directions to Apply Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and unofficial transcript via email to Dr. Roxanna Harlow – [email protected]. Please ensure the unofficial transcript shows your name, the institution’s name, and the degree/date conferred. An official transcript will be required upon hire. Additional Information This position is open until filled. To qualify for employment, selected candidates must:

• Successfully complete a criminal background check (for designated positions)
• Be available to work on campus as of the first day of employment
• Residency restrictions apply: The college does not hire solely online instructors living outside of Maryland. Carroll employees may live in other states, but they must physically work in Maryland the majority of the time. For income tax obligations, employees must be a resident of DC, VA, WV, MD, or PA on the date employment commences. Individuals must be willing to come to campus for identity verification within 3 business days of hire date
• Be currently authorized to work in the US; the College does not offer Visa sponsorships
• Complete an employment application upon request, prior to progressing through the initial interview process

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