<p>Position paid per credit hour.</p> <ol> <li>Position Summary </li></ol> <p>Hocking College invites applications for a part-time faculty position to teach American</p> <p>Government & Politics. This course provides students with an overview of the U.S.</p> <p>Constitution, branches of government, civil liberties, public policy, and political behavior. The</p> <p>course is delivered in person and fulfills general education and Ohio Transfer 36 requirements.</p> <ol start="2"> <li>Duties and Responsibilities </li></ol> <p>Provide face-to-face instruction for American Government & Politics on the</p> <p>Nelsonville campus, using engaging, student-centered teaching methods.</p> <p>Develop, deliver, and regularly update course content to align with program</p> <p>outcomes and current ethical scholarship.</p> <p>Create and assess assignments and exams that encourage critical thinking,</p> <p>ethical analysis, and academic integrity.</p> <p>Clearly communicate course objectives, expectations, and policies; maintain</p> <p>accurate records of student performance, attendance, and grades.</p> <p>Maintain weekly office hours and support students through timely feedback and</p> <p>academic guidance.</p> <p>Contribute to departmental initiatives, curriculum development, and program</p> <p>assessment activities.</p> <p>Participate in required faculty meetings, training sessions, and instructional</p> <p>evaluations.</p> <p>Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment while collaborating</p> <p>with colleagues to support the mission of the college.</p> <ol start="3"> <li>Qualifications - Education, Experience, and Skills </li></ol> <p>Master's degree in political science, Public Administration or a related field required must</p> <p>include at least 18 graduate credit hours in political science or a closely aligned discipline.</p> <p>Degree must be from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.</p> <p>College-level teaching experience preferred; evidence of ongoing professional development</p> <p>(e.g., associations, seminars, research) strongly encouraged.</p> <p>Demonstrated expertise in the subject area, along with knowledge of educational theory,</p> <p>learner diversity, and student-centered teaching strategies.</p> <p>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a caring, student-focused approach in a</p> <p>diverse, open-access learning environment.</p> <p>Proficiency with educational technologies including email, learning management systems,</p> <p>and student information systems.</p> <p>Excellent organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.</p> <p>Committed to confidentiality, collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement in</p> <p>support of student learning and institutional goals.</p> <p>Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with</p> <p>Disabilities Act (ADA).</p>