Instructor, Political Science

Posting Details

Position Title Instructor, Political Science Department Social Science Location Beatrice Job Category Faculty Job Type FT Posting Number 01270 Position End Date
General Description of Position

Under the direction of the Associate Dean and Dean of Arts and Sciences, the Political Science instructor is responsible for instructing students in various Political Science courses in classroom, online, and in distance learning settings. Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to: Introduction to Political Science, American Government, Political Parties, and International Relations. Teaching assignments include dual-credit courses offered on-site at area high schools. online, and/or via distance learning technology. Teaching assignments may be on any combination of the Beatrice, Lincoln, Milford, or off-site locations.
This instructor develops lessons, activities, assignments, and assessments and implements teaching strategies focused on engaged and active learning. The instructor advises students, monitors and evaluates student progress and keeps accurate student records.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Minimum Qualifications

1) Master’s Degree in Political Science or Master’s Degree in closely related field with at least 18 hours of graduate credit in Political Science or equivalent.
2) Teaching experience equivalent to 18 semester hours or 6 courses/sections at secondary or post-secondary level that applies directly to area(s) of instructional responsibility.

Desired Qualifications

1) Experience with distance education, online teaching
2) Experience with engaged learning lesson planning/delivery.
3) Experience teaching high school dual-credit courses or high school students.
4) Experience teaching at a community college
5) Experience working with adult learners
6) Experience working with diverse populations of students at various levels of language ability, skills, and learning abilities.
7) Experience as an academic advisor.

Salary

$51,500/yr


Open Date 10/13/2020 Close Date 10/27/2020 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Internal and external searches will run simultaneously.

Quick Link http://southeast.peopleadmin.com/postings/7138 Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Master’s Degree in Political Science or Master’s Degree in closely related field with at least 18 hours of graduate credit in Political Science or equivalent?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
2. * Do you have teaching experience equivalent to 18 semester hours or 6 courses/sections at secondary or post-secondary level that applies directly to area(s) of instructional responsibility.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Employment Offers are conditional based upon successful completion of all Criminal Background Checks, reference verification, transcript verification (where appropriate) and employment verification. Do you agree to these conditions?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Are you authorized to work in the United States on an unrestricted basis?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Are you able to successfully complete (and maintain) all required background checks, certifications, training, and verifications required for the position?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
6. * Where did you see this posting? Which newspaper, website, College site or from a friend?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
7. * The minimum salary established for this position is $51,500 annually. Is this acceptable to you?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
8. * The primary work location for this position is at the Beatrice Campus, however, College employees may be required to work at other locations as needed. Is this acceptable to you?
   • Yes
   • No
9. * This is a full-time regular position with an implied 40 hour work week. Teaching assignments for this position are scheduled and approved by the College, between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday based the instructional work calendar. This position will require evening and weekend travel for competition and recruitment. Is this acceptable to you?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Recommendation Letter
3. Resume
4. Other Document
5. P-11 Request for Transfer