Adjunct, Political Science

Adjunct Job Title

Adjunct, Political Science

Master’s degree is required for this position.

• Facilitate student mastery of core learning outcomes using scholarly and artistic tools and practices.
• Actively engage students in critical thinking, metacognitive processes, and advancement of essential communication skills.
• Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into instruction and conduct classes with respect for individual and cultural differences.
• Model open‑mind inquiry, appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem‑solving.
• Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy.
• Submit syllabi and instructional materials in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular communication with students and, when appropriate, use the Student Success Alert notification process.
• Assess student work promptly and submit course grades by the posted deadline.
• Respond to student email inquiries within 24–36 hours.
• Use the provided FCC email account to communicate with the College, faculty, staff, and students, and share this information with students.

• Seek out current developments and information within discipline.
• Identify and implement innovative pedagogical practices when appropriate.
• Use technology to support pedagogical standards and meet student needs.
• Apply technology or other skills to designated tasks and professional development opportunities.

• Participate in New Adjunct Orientation, Adjunct Nights, and other professional training provided by the College; additional compensation will be provided.
• Collect and submit required student learning outcomes (SLO) and general education assessment data for courses under review.
• Submit required employment documentation, including all official post‑secondary transcripts, in a timely manner.
• Complete Title IX Sexual Misconduct, safety and security, and other required training.
• Communicate evacuation, lockdown, and other safety protocols to students during the first class session and repeat as necessary after the last add date.

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Appropriate training and experience is desired. All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e‑mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through 5/31/2026.

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Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under‑represented groups to apply.

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