Part Time Faculty - Gender & Sexuality Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies

Position Summary

The Gender & Sexuality Studies (GSS) and Interdisciplinary Studies (ISS) department is currently building a pool of qualified part-time faculty to support our academic courses and programs. Part-Time Instructors are a member of the academic team committed to advancing high-quality, equity-minded education at Anne Arundel Community College.

Part-Time Instructors will be responsible for the delivery of engaging and inclusive educational content in courses such as Introduction to African American Studies, Introduction to American Studies, and Gender & Sexuality Studies. Instructors will facilitate thoughtful discussion, support student learning, and promote critical inquiry across interdisciplinary themes including identity, culture, power, social structures, and lived experience.

Candidates will be contacted as needed, each semester, based on student enrollment numbers and program requirements.

The pay range for this position is $3,510 to $3,789 per course.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepare and organize instructional materials, including readings, activities, assignments, and digital content.
2. Deliver high-quality instruction aligned with departmental curriculum, learning objectives, and assessment practices.
3. Facilitate engaged, inclusive classroom discussions on course topics such as identity, culture, gender, race, sexuality, and power.
4. Maintain a learning environment that supports student success, critical thinking, and academic growth.
5. Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff in a timely and professional manner.
6. Submit attendance records, grades, and other required documentation by established deadlines.
7. Refer students to AACC support services as needed (tutoring, advising, disability support, etc.).
8. Collaborate with the Academic Chair to ensure course competencies and departmental expectations are met.

Required Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in the discipline being taught (Gender & Sexuality Studies, African American Studies, American Studies, or a closely related field).
2. Demonstrated academic or professional background in at least one of the following: Gender & Sexuality Studies, African American Studies, American Studies/Interdisciplinary Studies
3. Ability to facilitate respectful, inclusive discussions on complex and sensitive topics.
4. Basic technology proficiency, including use of Canvas, email, and digital instructional tools.
5. Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Teaching experience at the college or university level (online and/or in person).
2. Experience working with diverse student populations and applying equity-minded instructional practices.
3. Availability for daytime, face-to-face instructional formats.