Part-time Faculty: Sociology (Perry High School)

Lakeland Community College invites qualified candidates to submit their application to teach one or two sections of Sociology 1150 – Principles of Sociology at Perry High School, a Lakeland College Credit Plus partner.

Spring Semester: January  – May  2026

Course: SOCY 1150 – Principles of Sociology (3 units of load) at Perry High School

Course Description: This course provides an introduction to the theoretical perspectives and research methods used by sociologists to understand and interpret our social world. Major components of the course include a sociological analysis of culture, socialization, social institutions, stratification, and social change with society.

Course Times Available: Perry High School (1 Success Blvd, Perry, OH 44081):

• Monday/Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required: Master’s degree and 18 graduate credit hours in sociology (either as part of the degree or additional course work beyond the degree).

• Preferred: Master’s degree in sociology and experience teaching college-level courses at a community college.

COMPENSATION: Part-time faculty earn $792/unit of load.  Please visit our website to review Lakeland’s Benefits for Adjunct Faculty, including information on paid leave, professional development, partial fee waiver, employee assistance program and more.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply for this position through the college’s Human Resources website. Please be prepared to do the following:

1. Complete all questions in the application*
2. Attach a cover letter and current resume
3. Attach an unofficial transcript documenting the required educational qualifications

Applications are being accepted through December 15, 2025.

*To avoid difficulties when submitting your application, be sure your web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) is updated to the latest version and allow yourself sufficient time to complete the application since you WILL NOT be able to save a partially completed application and work on it later.

Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to a policy of equal opportunity in its employment practices. The College does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, disability, age, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability that requires special accommodation to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575.

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