What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor of Sociology position at Wharton County Junior College?
Instructor of Sociology
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton County Junior College
Salary: $49,550.00 - $61,050.00 Annually
Job Type: Faculty Full Time
Job Number: 2605 F 028
Location: Wharton Campus, 911 Boling Highway, Wharton, TX
Department: Academic Instruction's Area
Closing: 9/7/2026 10:00 AM Central
General Description
Teaching location and hours are subject to change during employment with WCJC to meet department/division needs to ensure student success. Pay for this position is based on a 9 month contract. Anticipated start date is January 2027. (Masters: $49,550 - $54,550; Doctorate: $56,050-61,050)
The permanent responsibility of a faculty member is to provide the most effective instruction possible in his/her discipline. Supervision is received from appropriate supervisor. The faculty member works to insure that his/her instruction is meeting the educational needs of students. The full job description can be viewed on the Wharton County Junior College Website at www.wcjc.edu.
Requirements
This position requires a master's degree (in Sociology or other discipline) and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Sociology from a regionally accredited institution. This position requires credentials that meet minimum requirements for teaching at the post-secondary level set by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, the Texas Education Agency, and accrediting agencies for individual programs. A criminal background check is also required.
To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents:
1) Copy of college transcript(s) showing completion of a master's degree (in Sociology or other discipline) and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Sociology.
2) Curriculum Vitae/Resume
3) Cover Letter
All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered. Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcjc/jobs/5385923/instructor-of-sociology
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Salary : $49,550 - $61,050