What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Assistant Professor Criminal Justice position at Mitchell College?
Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor
Criminal Justice
Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences
August 2025 Appointment
Mitchell College is building on its long history of making education more accessible by pioneering an approach which is flexible, strength-based, and interest-driven. Our abilities-based approach to learning focuses on teaching adaptability through curriculum that provides multiple opportunities for students to apply learning in different classroom, social, and professional contexts. To keep this model innovative, vibrant, and responsive to students’ needs and interests, we hire staff and faculty who are invested in neuro-inclusivity, collaboration, and community building. Our approach to campus life ensures that students learn what they need to live life well, both professionally and personally.
Mitchell College seeks to hire a full-time Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, to begin in August 2025. This is an opportunity for someone who has done some college-level teaching to move into a full-time role for one-two years. The position comes with full benefits and includes the opportunity to be mentored by full-time faculty and staff.
Responsibilities:
- Teach twelve credit hours (four courses) per semester
- Promote, participate in, and support co- and extra-curricular activities
- Participate in student recruitment and retention activities
- Program/College service as needed and appropriate
Required Education and Experience:
- Relevant master’s degree from an accredited institution; doctoral degree required for hiring at the Assistant Professor rank
- Demonstrated successful teaching at the college level (adjuncting is appropriate)
- Preference for candidates who have experience in and passion for working with diverse learners and a strong commitment to student success
Additional Preferred Qualification:
- Industry experience in a criminal justice field relevant to our curriculum
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
For full consideration, please apply at http://mitchell.edu/careers/. A cover letter and CV is required. Application deadline is April 7, 2025. Please note that this is a fully in-person position.
Mitchell College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization or other non-merit factors.
