What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Social Sciences Instructor position at Mitchell Technical College?
Adjunct Sociology Instructor
Mitchell Technical College is seeking a qualified Adjunct Sociology Instructor to join our General Education team for the Fall 2026 semester. This position is open until filled.
Required Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Sociology, or a Master’s degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Sociology.
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Ability to successfully pass a state and federal criminal background check.
Preferred Skills & Experience
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Prior post-secondary teaching experience is preferred, though individuals with a strong academic background and an aptitude for teaching will be considered.
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Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively, adapt readily to instructional changes, and collaborate well within a departmental team.
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Excellent time management, organization, and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop comprehensive lesson plans, deliver course instruction, and accurately assess student progress.
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Assist in fulfilling the educational goals, curriculum objectives, and core mission of the General Education department and Mitchell Technical College.
Applicants must complete the online application for employment and upload their résumé and cover letter. Apply at https://mitchelltech.schoolspring.com/. For additional information, contact Scott Fossum, Vice President for Academic Affairs, at scott.fossum@mitchelltech.edu or 605-995-7178.
Equal Opportunity & Institutional Disclosures
Equal Opportunity Employer – Mitchell Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and contribute to our mission of providing skills for success in technical careers.
Mitchell Technical College does not discriminate in its employment policies and practices, or in its educational programs and activities, on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, disability, national origin, ancestry, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by state, federal, or local law.
Annual Security & Fire Safety Report – In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Mitchell Technical College makes its Annual Security and Fire Safety Report available to all prospective employees and students. This report includes institutional policies concerning campus safety and security (such as policies regarding alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, sexual assault prevention and response, and emergency procedures), as well as crime statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus or on property adjacent to the campus. You may access the digital report on the Mitchell Tech website at: https://www.mitchelltech.edu/about/your-right-to-know. A printed copy of the report may be requested by contacting the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Mitchell Technical College, 1800 E. Spruce St., Mitchell, SD 57301, or by calling 605.995.7178.