Political Science Instructor (Fall 2026)

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• $132k Per Year Political Science Instructor (Fall 2026) Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City

Occupation:

Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Location:

Kansas City, MO

• 64111

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

04/03/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City

Web Site:

mcckc.edu Job #: 2025-00382 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. 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.

Please Note:

We are currently reviewing the first round of applicants for this position. Additional applications are still being accepted; however, the role may be filled before later submissions are reviewed. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will move forward in the process. If you are interested and qualified, we encourage you to apply promptly. 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.

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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. Benefits 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!

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