Adjunct Instructor - Sociology - Niagara University : Job Details

Niagara University is a liberal arts university, steeped in the Vincentian and Catholic traditions, with a total enrollment of nearly 4,300 students. Located just a few miles away from one of the world's premier tourism destinations, Niagara Falls, the university occupies a lovely campus overlooking the Niagara River gorge. Its close proximity to major cultural and business centers in Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and Toronto as well as the award-winning Niagara Wine Trail and several nearby cultural destinations make Niagara University an ideal place to work and live. If you'd like to know more, check out all of the .SUMMARY:The Department of Sociology at Niagara University seeks a part-time instructor for classes beginning in the Spring 2024 semester. We seek instructors who can teach two or more of the following courses: Sociology of the Family; Urban Sociology; Sociology of Health; Sociology of Aging; Women in Society; Introduction to Sociology. Daytime teaching availability is preferred, likely on a Tuesday/Thursday schedule. Niagara University Sociology is committed to academic rigor and constructive critical assessment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Prepare and execute course syllabi according to university and department standardsMaintain class records and attendancePrepare and grade exams and other methods of evaluationPrepare integrative lesson plans that promote student interactionInstructs in a way that stresses sociological themes promoting an awareness of inequality in societyBe available for students by email and by appointment to help with any specific problems they might be having with course material.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of norms and standards in the field of SociologyAbility to plan and present material in a concise, clear, and logical mannerAbility to work effectively independentlyInitiative and resourcefulnessQUALIFICATION STANDARDS:Master's Degree in Sociology or a close area of specialization required.