Sociology Instructor

CVTC instructors are dynamic partners for students, employers, and communities to learn, train, and succeed in an associate degree, technical diploma, basic education, continuing education, and/or contract training program. An instructor works with students beyond the classroom to ensure their success, models CVTC core abilities, and demonstrates commitment to excellence in program/course/training content and delivery. An instructor is able to work effectively in a collaborative environment; is willing to innovate and change to meet evolving program and industry needs; and demonstrates competency with use of technology that supports learning and teaching. An instructor maintains a flexible schedule, including availability for evening, weekend, online, or summer assignments, as appropriate. Instructional assignments will be over 2 terms (fall and spring). Professional responsibilities extend beyond the assigned instructional terms. These professional duties will vary by program or department.

• →Plan for and instruct courses in the area of Sociology.
• →Design and implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• →Deliver high-quality instruction through the planning and implementation of effective learning strategies and environments.
• →Create performance-based assessments aligned with competencies through formative and summative measures.
• →Promote student success through timely communication, growth-based feedback, and implementation of strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• →Meet professional expectations by maintaining professional currency and contributing to a collaborative culture across the College.
• →Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• →Ability to think critically by applying problem solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• →Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for audience.
• →Ability to recognize personal biases, adapt to different cultural situations, and demonstrate a commitment to respectful interactions with persons of various ethnic, cultural, socio-economic, or educational backgrounds.
• →Please view the Instructor Position Description document for additional responsibilities of instructors at CVTC.

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Sociology required; preference will be given to candidates that also have 18 graduate credits in Psychology.
• Two years of teaching experience preferred.
• This position will include teaching online and requires expertise in integrating technology.
• Occupational experience outside of education preferred.
• Qualified per CVTC requirements at time of, and throughout, employment as an instructor. Must also meet and maintain Higher Learning Commission (HLC) requirements, Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS) standards, and/or other job specific licensing standards.

CVTC reserves the right to limit applicant consideration from specific geographic regions when differences in state-level policies, laws, or regulatory frameworks present conflicts with institutional standards and/or fiduciary responsibilities. This practice supports compliance, operational integrity, and alignment with the College’s strategic objectives.The College is seeking to attract diverse instructors and staff who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps.