Tompkins Cortland Community College·Dryden, New York
Adjunct instructors are expected to provide excellent teaching and instruction, create and follow a syllabus aligned with the Master Course Syllabus, and utilize the Learning Management System for course materials. They must also maintain student availability through office hours, timely grading, and responsive communication.
A Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or a closely related social sciences field with at least 18 credits in Criminal Justice or Criminology. Teaching experience in a postsecondary accredited institution required. Experience creating a student-centered, active learning environment in the classroom and/or in the online environment. Demonstrated ability to use modern instructional technology. This position requires the ability to work supportively in a culturally diverse environment of students, faculty, staff, and the community.
Experience teaching in an accredited higher education institution, especially a community college, is preferred. EXPECTED HIRING SALARY RANGE: For Adjunct Faculty, rates are found in the most recent adjunct contract. For each credit, the Fall 2026 entry pay rate is $1,146 - $1,209 dependent upon qualifications. Review of applicants will begin ASAP and continue until position is filled. NOTE: This is a part-time (Adjunct) faculty position. Adjunct positions are ongoing-recruitment pooled positions. Your materials will be retained in our active files and be considered on an as-needed basis. Candidates must hold and be willing to maintain NYS residency to be considered for this position.
A minimum qualification is a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or a closely related social sciences field, including at least 18 credits in Criminal Justice or Criminology. Required experience includes teaching in an accredited postsecondary institution and demonstrating the ability to use modern instructional technology in a student-centered environment.
Market context
In New York, adjunct criminal justice roles are often tied to ongoing course coverage needs in colleges and universities, especially for instructors with postsecondary teaching experience. Competition can be strong because candidates need both a relevant master’s degree and at least 18 credits in Criminal Justice or Criminology, plus teaching experience in an accredited postsecondary setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your transcript and teaching history clearly match the posting before applying.
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