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Posted: February 10, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Adjunct Professor- Political Science

State of South Carolina

Midlands Technical College

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

Not specified

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April 1, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a part-time instructor who teaches American Government classes to high school students in a college program, mainly during regular school hours at local schools.

It's ideal for someone with a strong background in political science who enjoys working with younger learners and can travel to different counties.

The role involves following college guidelines while delivering engaging lessons onsite.

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Political Science or related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Political Science
  • Availability to teach onsite during normal school hours
  • Ability to work at various locations in Richland, Lexington, or Fairfield counties
  • Compliance with Midlands Technical College policies and procedures
  • Preferred: Experience teaching college students, especially in dual enrollment programs
  • Preferred: Experience using D2L Brightspace Learning Management System

Full Job Description


The adjunct instructor will be responsible for teaching Political Science (American Government) course(s) within the Social and Behavioral Science program. Courses will be primarily taught onsite at dual enrollment high schools during typical school hours. The courses, and by extension, the instructor are under purview of the MTC Department Chair of Social and Behavioral Sciences, as well as the Program Director. Adjunct instructors are expected to comply with all MTC policies and procedures.

Requirements

Master's degree in Political Science or a Master's degree in a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Political Science. The adjunct must be available to teach onsite during normal school hours at various locations in Richland, Lexington, or Fairfield counties.

Qualifications

A Master's degree in Political Science, experience teaching college students (especially dual enrollment population), and experience using the D2L Brightspace LMS are the preferred qualifications.

Additional Information

Adjunct faculty are compensated in accordance with Midlands Technical College's established pay schedule. The standard adjunct rate of $2,914 per three-credit-hour course. Final compensation may vary depending on academic credentials and total course credit hours. Any variation is determined upon hire and outlined in the faculty employment agreement.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/10/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/11/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5231358