Adjunct Faculty – SPA Dept of Government (Open Continuous)

American invites qualified educators to serve as Adjunct Faculty - SPA Dept of Government (Open Continuous) at Main Campus (Washington, DC). This full-time role places experienced instructors at the heart of undergraduate and graduate learning in a vibrant campus community.

What This Role Involves

In the Adjunct Faculty - SPA Dept of Government (Open Continuous) position with American, you will shape classroom experiences that deepen student understanding of political institutions, policy processes, and civic engagement. Working from Main Campus (Washington, DC), you help deliver high-quality instruction that meets department goals while adapting materials to diverse learner needs in an open continuous hiring cycle.

Core Duties

• Design and present lectures, discussions, and learning activities for government and political science courses
• Create syllabi, readings, assignments, and grading rubrics consistent with SPA Department of Government expectations
• Assess student work thoroughly and return timely, constructive feedback that supports academic growth
• Schedule and hold regular office hours to answer questions and guide individual progress
• Track attendance, grades, and related records in keeping with university procedures
• Coordinate with full-time faculty on curriculum updates and shared instructional standards

What We're Looking For

• Graduate-level preparation (master’s or doctoral) in government, political science, public policy, or a closely aligned discipline
• Demonstrated ability to teach college-level courses effectively, ideally with prior adjunct or higher-education experience
• Solid grasp of core topics such as American political systems, comparative politics, or related subfields
• Clear written and oral communication skills suited to engaging varied student audiences
• Dedication to inclusive teaching practices that foster respectful, intellectually lively classrooms
• Capacity to manage course logistics independently while contributing productively to Main Campus (Washington, DC) departmental life

Why Join American

American is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment. Educators who join the Adjunct Faculty - SPA Dept of Government (Open Continuous) team gain the chance to influence tomorrow’s civic professionals within an established academic setting at Main Campus (Washington, DC).

Next Steps

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