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Adjunct Sociology Faculty (Part-Time) - Introduction to Sociology

United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 8 May 2026

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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.

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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 SOC 200: 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.

Applications will be received, reviewed, and considered continuously until needed positions are filled.

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.