"Adjunct Lecturer - History, Philosophy and Political Science (College Now Program)"

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The College Now Program at Kingsborough Community College seeks Adjunct Lecturers to teach CRJ 63: Introduction to Criminal Justice and HIS 68: U.S. Women's History.

CRJ 63: Introduction to Criminal Justice (3 credit, 3 hour college level course to junior and/or senior high school students enrolled in the College Now Program)

The course introduces students to the three agencies that comprise the criminal justice system: police, courts and corrections. Particular attention is given to: (1) the process of justice i.e., investigation, arrest, booking, initial appearance, probable cause hearing, grand jury, indictment, arraignment and plea, plea bargain or jury trial, sentencing hearing, incarceration, and release, and (2) the due process rights of defendants as delineated in the Bill of Rights and the Fourteenth Amendment. This class is in addition to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day. Teachers are expected to attend professional development meetings, assessment of instruction and related events.

HIS 68: U.S. Women's History (3 credit, 3 hour college level course to junior and/or senior high school students enrolled in the College Now Program)

This course introduces students to diverse women's experiences and activism from the pre-colonial era to the U.S. present, including the women's suffrage movement, feminism, and movements led by women of color. This class is in addition to the teacher's NYCPS regular work day.

These positions are only available to NYCPS Teachers in College Now schools and is in addition to the teacher's regular work day.

QUALIFICATIONS

CRJ 63: Introduction to Criminal Justice

Baccalaureate or graduate degree (master's degree preferred) in Behavioral and Social Sciences (Anthropology, History, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology). A minimum of three years teaching experience preferred.

HIS 68: U.S. Women's History

Baccalaureate or graduate degree (master's degree preferred) in history or a related field. A minimum of three years teaching experience is preferred.

COMPENSATION

$91.67 - $98.40. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID 30432 or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

CLOSING DATE

May 30, 2026. Review of resumes to begin immediately; on-going to fill open positions.