Job Title: Part Time Sociology Instructor
Location: SGSC - Douglas Campus (Main)
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 216680
Job Summary

South Georgia State College is seeking applications for part-time faculty to teach all Sociology classes.

Located in rural Georgia, South Georgia State College is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 2500 students. SGSC is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

Responsibilities

Meet each class as scheduled at the designated time and place and for the designated length of timeMay require travel to all SGSC campuses and sitesConduct office hoursAt the beginning of each course, provide each student with a syllabus per the guidelines in the faculty handbookMaintain adequate records of student progress including posting mid-term grades in BannerSubmit correct proof rosters and grades in Banner by the assigned deadlines. Record daily attendance according to institutional policySubmit assessment data to discipline committee chair in a timely manner

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Mastery of the teaching discipline Ability to engage students in higher order learning Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms Ability to align instruction with student learning outcomes Adhere to institutional policies and procedures

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

Each part-time faculty member reports to the appropriate Department Chair and School Dean

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include college policies and procedures, department policies and Board of Regents policy and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of varied administrative duties and coordination of primary functional areas. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the positionSuccess in this position contributes to the efficiency, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance of all department operations

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with students, co-workers, other college personnel and members of the publicContacts are typically to provide services; to give or exchange information; to resolve problems; to motivate or influence persons; or to justify, defend or negotiate matters

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table, or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending or crouching The employee occasionally lifts light objectsThe work is typically performed in an office settingThe Functional Capacity Requirement Form for this position outlines the physical job requirements

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

The work consists of varied administrative and supervisory duties and coordination of primary functional areasStrict regulations and responsibilities related to department systems and applications contribute to the complexity of the position

Required Qualifications

The completion of a Master’s Degree plus 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline Georgia teaching certificate preferred but not requiredDemonstrated excellence in teaching is essential. Technology skills and good interpersonal skill are required

Preferred Qualifications

Three years teaching experience in a higher education setting

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter
• CV
• Transcripts
• 3 Current Letters of Reference