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Instructor of Sociology

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HERC

Wharton, TX (In Person)

$55,300 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/4/2026

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Job Description

Instructor of Sociology 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 jeid-a55a426bae185245a2e143a9fb8178bd Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency