Adjunct Instructor Pool – Behavioral and Social Sciences

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor (Various Disciplines)
Department: Behavioral and Social Sciences
College: College of Arts and Sciences
Reports To: Department Chair or Designee
Employment Status: Part-Time, Temporary, Course-by-Course
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: onsite, online or as assigned

Job Summary

Fort Valley State University seeks qualified applicants for a pool of adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate courses across the Behavioral and Social Sciences disciplines. Areas may include, but are not limited to, Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography, Master of Social Work, Master of Public Administration, and Gerontology. Appointments are temporary and based on instructional needs for fall, spring, or summer terms in face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats.

Placement in the pool does not guarantee employment. Course assignments depend on enrollment, funding, scheduling and departmental needs.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses following approved curriculum

Prepare and deliver instruction in various formats

Develop or use syllabi, assignments and assessments

Communicate course expectations and evaluate student performance

Maintain records and submit grades on time

Use required instructional technologies

Support student learning and maintain availability

Participate in required training or meetings

Follow University policies and maintain confidentiality

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in a Behavioral or Social Science discipline or related field with at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching area

Ability to teach and communicate subject matter effectively

Basic proficiency with instructional technology

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate in a Behavioral or Social Science discipline or related field

College-level teaching experience

Experience with online or hybrid instruction

Appointment Terms

Adjunct appointments are temporary part-time and course-based with no guarantee of continued employment. Compensation is set per course. Assignments depend on enrollment, funding and performance.

Application Materials

Application

CV or resume

Cover letter indicating teaching areas

Unofficial transcripts

References

Applications are reviewed as needed. Submission does not guarantee an interview or appointment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fort Valley State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or University System of Georgia policy.