Adjunct for the Criminal Justice Department

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Salary: See Position Description Location: Springfield, MA Job Type: Adjunct Job Number: 00459 Department: Criminal Justice Description Springfield College invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty position for the Spring 2027 semester in Criminal Justice, teaching one section of CRIM 270: Constitutional Law. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in the classroom by developing and using effective teaching strategies that meet students' diverse needs and engage students in critical thinking and problem-solving. Compensation for adjunct faculty with fewer than 3 years college teaching experience is $2820 for a 3-credit course Compensation for adjunct faculty with 3 or more years college teaching experience is $3513 for a 3-credit course Responsibilities CRIM 270 Constitutional Law The course meets Wednesdays and Fridays, 12-1:15, in person. This course examines the historical concept of federalism. Students compare federal and state judiciary and review the concept of stare decisis. Most of the constitutional guarantees afforded suspects will be reviewed, including but not limited to, the right to confront witnesses, the privilege against self-incrimination, the right to be free from illegal search and seizure, double jeopardy protection and the right to a speedy public trial. Qualifications BA/BS required for all courses; MS, MA, or MEd required for graduate courses with PhD preferred. Please submit a CV/Resume, cover letter which indicates your interest and relevant expertise/experience for course/courses, and a list of 3 references. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This position has been designed as forward facing and will meet face-to-face on the Springfield, MA campus. Please email chair of the Department of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Criminal Justice, Kate Dugan, with questions: kdugan@springfieldcollege.edu. Note that all applicants must complete this online application.

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