"Political Science Instructor (FT)"

Salary:

$66,167.00 - $105,622.00 Annually

Location:

Fairfield, CA

Job Type:

Full Time Faculty

Job Number:

FT FAC-POLI SCI-26

Department:

School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Opening Date:

01/28/2026

Closing Date:

3/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

We are seeking a dynamic and creative instructor to primarily teach survey courses in Political Science to teach one of the Pathways described above. All candidates are expected to teach Introduction American Government and Politics and Introduction to Political Science. A background to teach in both Pathways would be ideal. The ideal candidate is a flexible, student-centered educator who is committed to equitable teaching practices and has a desire to work collaboratively with other faculty, classified staff, administration, and students to close equity gaps. We prioritize applicants who, through their teaching, research, service, and/or lived experiences, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the college.

The position will also require providing instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations, preparing and grading assignments and examinations, meeting administrative timelines and submitting required documents and reports, participating in division meetings, coordinating course-level and program-level assessment and planning, and maintaining regular office hours in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Teaching assignments may include evening hours and off-campus instruction in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, and participation in student outreach and recruiting as part of the Division and College-wide services.

Responsibilities

• Teach survey course in American Government and Politics from Constitutional Foundations to Institutions and Political Culture.
• Teach foundation course- Introduction to Political Science, a detailed survey of Governmental Systems/Basis of Government, Constitutions, Electoral systems, Political Parties, Legal Systems and Political Rights.
• Develop, review, and maintain currency of curriculum for Political Science courses in collaboration with other discipline faculty as well as the articulation officer.
• Provide instruction in accordance with established program course outlines of record; inform/advise students about program requirements; evaluate and provide timely verbal and written assessments of student performance; prepare and grade assignments and examinations; meet administrative timelines and submit completed reports and required documents; and maintain required student attendance, scholastic records, and other related materials.
• Participate in the development, assessment, and evaluation of student learning outcomes (SLO) and Program Level Outcomes (PLO).
• Actively participate in department/school meetings and maintain regular office hours in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and College and School policies; participate in college-wide academic service and collegial governance.
• Assist the Department in developing and teaching courses at the Vacaville and Vallejo campuses, in the Rising Scholar's program, and online.
• Maintain currency in academic field(s) of expertise.
• Work in collaboration with other discipline faculty in hiring and mentoring new adjunct faculty.
• Participate in professional development and/or personal growth activities
• Maintain effective communication with peers, staff, students, and administrators.
• Teaching assignments may include evening and weekend hours, and off-campus instruction in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and College and School policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Social & Behavioral Sciences and Business

Minimum Qualifications

A commitment to encouragement of learning and an enthusiastic attitude toward student learning; sensitivity to students from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds who may have wide ranges of abilities.

AND

Qualified candidates must have a Master's Degree in Political Science, Government, or International Relations OR

A bachelor's degree in any of the above AND a Master's Degree in Economics, Public Administration, Social Science, Sociology, Ethnic Studies, J.D. or L.L.B., OR the equivalent

OR the equivalent

If you do not meet the minimum qualifications exactly as stated above, you must request an equivalency review and submit conclusive supporting documents at the time of application. Equivalency is defined as possessing the general education for the degree and the major coursework for the degree. The equivalency request form can be downloaded here .

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understanding and practice of addressing student equity through best-practice teaching methodologies.
• Use computers, multimedia, course-management software, and other interactive technologies as teaching and learning tools.
• Demonstrate ability to utilize multiple teaching methods/strategies needed to address the diverse learning styles/need of students including integration of interactive technologies to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving strategies.
• Possess a commitment to teaching and learning and provide a supportive learning environment to enhance student success and completion.
• Possess a willingness to take initiative in co-curricular activities, outreach and recruitment efforts, special events, and school projects.
• Possess a willingness to participate in shared/participatory governance of the Division and the College.
• Demonstrate an ability to self-evaluate and effect change for personal growth and improvement, as well as an ability to accept constructive feedback and effect change appropriately and participate in professional growth and development activities and lifelong learning.