Political Science Instructor (Fall 2026)

Political Science Instructor (Fall 2026) Salary $53,733.00

• $85,999.

00 Annually Location Longview, MO Job Type Full-Time Faculty Job Number 2025-00382 Organization LV Political Science Opening Date 04/03/2026 Closing Date 4/26/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA Exempt Description Benefits Questions About MCC Metropolitan Community College is the oldest public institution of higher learning in Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 1915 as the Kansas City Polytechnic Institute. The Junior College of Kansas City, as it was known starting in 1919, was one of the first schools in the country to award an associate degree. Today, MCC offers 125 associate degree and certificate programs. Metropolitan Community College comprises five campuses on the Missouri side of the Greater Kansas City area 47 major buildings and about 550 acres in all: MCC-Blue River , located in Independence, Missouri; MCC-Longview located in Lee's Summit, Missouri, MCC-Maple Woods located in the Northland of Kansas City, Missouri; MCC-Online and MCC-Penn Valley , located in Midtown Kansas City, Missouri. MCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission . In addition, several programs have specific accreditations as well.

• MCC does not provide employer-paid sponsorships.

Job Summary Full-time members of the faculty are professional educators who have the primary responsibility of instruction and management of assigned classes. Additional responsibilities include fulfilling the Metropolitan Community College mission, vision, values, strategic plan, Board of Trustees' charges and educational philosophy, and primary goal of providing a quality education for all students attending the college. Final compensation offer will be determined, based on various factors, such as academic credentials, relevant work and instructional experience. Essential Functions Deliver effective instruction

• Provide quality instruction, which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college
• approved curriculum and resources Assess student learning
• Demonstrate reflective practice, including assessment of student learning. This includes ongoing formative assessments, as well as official departmental assessment Manage classes and learning environments
• Foster a positive classroom-learning environment by presenting information in a way that is inclusive to all learners, including the assurance of section 508 accessibility Promote continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning Support learning through student engagement by incorporating pedagogical strategies such as active learning, authentic and problem-based activities, and other successful teaching strategies into classroom instruction Provide student guidance•Help students develop academic habits for college success Pursue professional development by staying current in academic field Actively participate collegially in department, campus, cross-college, discipline specific, district, and community service activities Perform other duties as assigned to provide high-quality learning experience for students, including participating in commencement, attending college functions, etc.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Physical Requirements Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Political Science OR Master's degree with at least 18 GCH in combination of the qualifying fields International Relations Law (Juris Doctorate)

Political Science Public Administration Public Policy Preferred Qualifications:

Two (2) years of teaching experience using interactive teaching techniques Experience using assessment techniques to promote teaching and learning excellence Demonstrated experience with current pedagogical and instructional methods Demonstrated experience with utilizing a variety of classroom technologies, both inside and outside the classroom Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with all constituencies of a diverse community Demonstrated interest in and passion for teaching community college students Ability to work well with others Strong oral and written communication skills Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically requires feeling, grasping, hearing, keyboarding, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking. The work is sedentary work which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly.

Supplemental Information EEO Statement:

Metropolitan Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, birth, ancestry, national origin, or disability.

EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled Accommodations:

MCC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MCC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request an accommodation and/or a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures, please contact the Office of Human Resources. We offer a complete benefits package including: Health care (medical, dental and vision) Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Employee Assistance Program Retirement including deferred compensation plans Life insurance including long-term and short-term disability Paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick leave) Professional development And much more! To learn more details, visit our benefits summary page . 01 Do you have at least a Master's degree in Political Science OR a Master's degree with at least 18 GCH in combination of the qualifying fields: International Relations, Law (Juris Doctorate), Political Science, Public Administration or Public Policy? Yes No Required Question Employer Metropolitan Community College Address 3217 Broadway Blvd Suite 100 Kansas City, Missouri, 64111 Phone (816) 604-1234 (option 2) Website https://www.mcckc.edu/