Part time Political Science Instructor - Michigan Islamic Academy

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Posting Number: 0603909 Position Title: Part time Political Science Instructor - Michigan Islamic Academy Position is: Part Time Position Type: Faculty Position (Full Time/Part Time) Department/Ofc.: Instruction Position Description:

WCC is looking for a part-time instructor to teach an in-person Introduction to American Government course at Michigan Islamic Academy. The course meets from 2:00-3:25pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays

Essential Duties include:

• Establish and maintain environment conducive to student learning.
• Prepare for and instruct assigned course(s) through the use of appropriate learning experiences and materials which provide the opportunity to meet overall course objectives and program goals.
• Adhere to course syllabus and comply with Assessment of Student Academic Achievement.
• Evaluate student progress through day to day evaluation, written examinations and overall observation.
• Grade assignments in a meaningful way to promote continued student growth, returning graded assignments to students in a timely manner, and assigning final grades for all students, meeting or beating all institutional deadlines for completion.
• Actively support student success through guidance, advising and assisting individual students as needed.
• Participate in professional activities, which could include, but are not limited to, curriculum planning, examination development, textbook selection, program evaluation/revision and other professional planning activities.
• Utilize technology, including AI-enabled tools and software where appropriate, to support teaching, learning, student engagement, professional responsibilities, institutional service, and other responsibilities. Use such technologies in a manner consistent with academic standards, professional ethics, confidentiality requirements, and compliance with institutional policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Participate in the Student Opinion Questionnaire (SOQ) process.
• Maintain levels of professional knowledge and expertise, including compliance training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Hours/Schedule:

• Schedules vary according to class schedules. Part time Instructors may teach up to (8) eight contact hours per week or 120 contact hours per semester. The terms of employment are based on college enrollment and class enrollment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Earned Master's degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution in Political Science or related area with minimum of 18 graduate credits in Political Science required. JD with significant professional experience in government may be considered in lieu of above degrees.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology relevant to the discipline and faculty role, including the capacity to learn and appropriately utilize emerging AI-supported tools. Ability to evaluate the accuracy, reliability, and appropriateness of AI-generated content; maintain confidentiality where required; exercise professional and academic judgment; and uphold ethical standards in the use of technology for teaching, learning, and service.
• Willingness to teach face-to-face, virtual, or online according to departmental needs.
• Available to teach both day and evening classes.
• See WCC Teaching Requirements for more details.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in teaching.
• Experience teaching with Canvas.

Posting Date: 07/22/2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants:

Our college strives to make a positive difference in people's lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.

Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary/Hourly Rate: $71.75 Salary Comments:

2026-2027 Wage Rates

Publicly available compensation information can be found here.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Political Science or related area with minimum of 18 graduate credits in Political Science OR significant professional experience in government in lieu of above degrees?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you meet all other minimum qualifications?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

• • In order for WCC to employ you, would you require WCC to provide a petition or a letter to the Department of Homeland Security unless authorized as a F1 student to work?

• Yes

• No

• • All Part Time Faculty at WCC, including online instructors, must reside in Michigan or Ohio. Do you currently live in Michigan or Ohio and expect to continue residing in one of these states during your employment?

• Yes

• No

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts 1

Optional Documents

• Certificate
• Teaching Philosophy
• Letter of Reference 1
• Other Documents
• Unofficial Transcripts 2