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Adjunct Sociology Faculty (Part-Time) - Introduction to Sociology. This is a part-time faculty position with no state and VCCS benefits. Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Applications will be received, reviewed, and considered continuously until needed positions are filled.
Working Title: Adjunct Sociology Faculty (Part-Time) - Introduction to Sociology
Role Title: Drawing Sociology Faculty
Role Code
FLSA: Exempt
Pay Band: UG
Position Number: 276A0TBD
Agency: Southside Va Community College
Division: Southside Va Community College (Div)
Work Location: Brunswick - 025
Hiring Range: Per credit hour rate is determined based on experience and education
Emergency/Essential Personnel: No
EEO Category: I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time: Part Time
Does this position have telework options? Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule: Hybrid (A combination of in-person instruction on campus and online components). Location and times available to teach one or more of the following classes: Christanna Campus — Alberta, VA; Mondays, 1:00 PM – 2:25 PM John H. Daniel Campus — Keysville, VA; Mondays, 1:00 PM – 2:25 PM.
Sensitive Position: No
Job Description: Established in 1970, Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) is one of 23 colleges in the Virginia Community College System, with seven locations across several counties, including Brunswick, Charlotte, Nottoway, Mecklenburg, Greensville, and Halifax.SVCC serves the largest community college region in the state, covering ten counties and one city.SVCC is located in a beautiful rural region renowned for its rolling hills, pine and hardwood forests, and farmland, and is home to two popular lakes: Gaston and Kerr.
We offer a welcoming learning environment and are accredited to award associate degrees.The college offers a diverse range of programs, including developmental studies, academic, technical, and lifelong education.SVCC empowers students to build skills, knowledge, and leadership, preparing them to thrive in a changing society.Thank you for considering employment with Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC).We are dedicated to attracting and retaining a talented workforce, which has earned us recognition as a Great College to Work For by The Chronicle of Higher Education for several consecutive years.
Committed to ensuring equal educational opportunities for all students, SVCC values the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.For more information, please visit southside.edu.
Engage students in analyzing the social patterns and institutions that shape everyday life. Join Southside Virginia Community College in examining social behavior, institutions, and cultural dynamics through SOC200: Introduction to Sociology. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course that introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology. The successful candidate must be committed to SVCC's mission to provide high-quality education to the Southside Virginia community.
Course Content & Specific Duties: Introduce fundamental sociological concepts, principles, and theories.Instruct students on sociological research methods and the impact of social inequality.Examine diverse topics including culture, race, social class, and gender.Analyze major social institutions and their roles in contemporary society.Discuss the processes and impacts of social change.Design and implement assignments that promote college-level reading comprehension, critical thinking, and clear, coherent written communication.Utilize pre-developed assessments aligned with institutional learning outcomes and requirements and evaluate student work to support program and college-wide assessment purposes.
Deliver instruction in a hybrid format, ensuring all course materials, activities, and assessments meet established college standards for quality and rigor.Maintain consistent student engagement through the college's Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), supporting both in-person and online components of the course.Monitor and document class attendance in compliance with college policies, maintaining accurate records and communicating with students and necessary departments as needed to support academic success.
Special Assignments - May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications - Master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Sociology from a regionally accredited institution. Excellent oral and written communication skills Interpersonal communication skills; ability to write syllabi and exams Ability to develop learning strategies, curriculum, and assessments Ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds Understanding of and commitment to the mission of the community college and student success
Additional Considerations - Teaching experience at the college level, specifically with face-to-face and online/hybrid modalities. Competency using instructional technologies such as SMARTboards, Zoom and Canvas Learning Management System (LMS). Experience working with community college students. Demonstrated commitment to student engagement and academic success.
Adjunct Sociology Faculty (Part-Time) - Introduction to Sociology. This is a part-time faculty position with no state and VCCS benefits. Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Applications will be received, reviewed, and considered continuously until needed positions are filled.
Working Title: Adjunct Sociology Faculty (Part-Time) - Introduction to Sociology
Role Title: Drawing Sociology Faculty
Role Code
FLSA: Exempt
Pay Band: UG
Position Number: 276A0TBD
Agency: Southside Va Community College
Division: Southside Va Community College (Div)
Work Location: Brunswick - 025
Hiring Range: Per credit hour rate is determined based on experience and education
Emergency/Essential Personnel: No
EEO Category: I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time: Part Time
Does this position have telework options? Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule: Hybrid (A combination of in-person instruction on campus and online components). Location and times available to teach one or more of the following classes: Christanna Campus — Alberta, VA; Mondays, 1:00 PM – 2:25 PM John H. Daniel Campus — Keysville, VA; Mondays, 1:00 PM – 2:25 PM.
Sensitive Position: No
Job Description: Established in 1970, Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) is one of 23 colleges in the Virginia Community College System, with seven locations across several counties, including Brunswick, Charlotte, Nottoway, Mecklenburg, Greensville, and Halifax.SVCC serves the largest community college region in the state, covering ten counties and one city.SVCC is located in a beautiful rural region renowned for its rolling hills, pine and hardwood forests, and farmland, and is home to two popular lakes: Gaston and Kerr.
We offer a welcoming learning environment and are accredited to award associate degrees.The college offers a diverse range of programs, including developmental studies, academic, technical, and lifelong education.SVCC empowers students to build skills, knowledge, and leadership, preparing them to thrive in a changing society.Thank you for considering employment with Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC).We are dedicated to attracting and retaining a talented workforce, which has earned us recognition as a Great College to Work For by The Chronicle of Higher Education for several consecutive years.
Committed to ensuring equal educational opportunities for all students, SVCC values the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.For more information, please visit southside.edu.
Engage students in analyzing the social patterns and institutions that shape everyday life. Join Southside Virginia Community College in examining social behavior, institutions, and cultural dynamics through SOC200: Introduction to Sociology. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course that introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of sociology. The successful candidate must be committed to SVCC's mission to provide high-quality education to the Southside Virginia community.
Course Content & Specific Duties: Introduce fundamental sociological concepts, principles, and theories.Instruct students on sociological research methods and the impact of social inequality.Examine diverse topics including culture, race, social class, and gender.Analyze major social institutions and their roles in contemporary society.Discuss the processes and impacts of social change.Design and implement assignments that promote college-level reading comprehension, critical thinking, and clear, coherent written communication.Utilize pre-developed assessments aligned with institutional learning outcomes and requirements and evaluate student work to support program and college-wide assessment purposes.
Deliver instruction in a hybrid format, ensuring all course materials, activities, and assessments meet established college standards for quality and rigor.Maintain consistent student engagement through the college's Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), supporting both in-person and online components of the course.Monitor and document class attendance in compliance with college policies, maintaining accurate records and communicating with students and necessary departments as needed to support academic success.
Special Assignments - May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications - Master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Sociology from a regionally accredited institution. Excellent oral and written communication skills Interpersonal communication skills; ability to write syllabi and exams Ability to develop learning strategies, curriculum, and assessments Ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds Understanding of and commitment to the mission of the community college and student success
Additional Considerations - Teaching experience at the college level, specifically with face-to-face and online/hybrid modalities. Competency using instructional technologies such as SMARTboards, Zoom and Canvas Learning Management System (LMS). Experience working with community college students. Demonstrated commitment to student engagement and academic success.
