Political Science Internships Jobs in Connecticut

This is an on-campus, part-time, 15 hour per week position.

SCOPE OF WORK: Provides assistance for the administrative oversight of the Behavioral Science and Social Science programs. This position shall report to the Department Chair of Behavioral/Social Sciences and Human Services at Manchester Community College.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assists Department Chair with faculty recruitment, orientation, and assignment of adjunct instructors and teaching accountabilities;
• Serves as academic advisor to students and helps promote student retention;
• Assists with advising sessions, new student orientations, and other college events;
• Assists with developing course schedules, and in consultation with the Department Chair, considers alternative methods of delivery;
• Develops, implements, and evaluates curricula; maintains program/course documents and revises as needed in a timely manner;
• Assists with student recruitment through activities such as college open houses, etc.;
• Contributes to program review, accreditation, and other assessment initiatives as needed and with consultation from the Department Chair;
• Provides occasional external representation as needed;
• Assists with procurement efforts, including textbooks, materials, equipment, et al.;
• Develops, monitors, facilitates, and evaluates internship/practicum sites for capstones as needed;
• Assists with department educational events such as for Black History Month, Womens History Month, and the Archeology Expo;
• Assists with assessment development and implementation for general education curriculum courses
• Complies with all college, system, state, and federal rules and regulations;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors degree from a recognized college or university with major study in Social Science (history/political science/anthropology), Behavioral Science (psychology/sociology) or related field.

Experience: Five (5) years teaching or training experience in Social Sciences (history/political science /anthropology), Behavioral Sciences or a related field with familiarity of program implementation, direct service delivery, planning, and/or program evaluation.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Masters Degree with major study in Social Science (history/political science /anthropology), or Behavioral Science (psychology/sociology) or both.

License/Certification: Valid drivers license or access to transportation.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Knowledge of the subject matter as it relates to the course of instruction, teaching methods and materials, and curriculum development, and course/program evaluation. Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used for instruction within the program area. Knowledge of educational standards and procedures. Ability to work with and secure the cooperation of others. Ability to maintain comprehensive records of the progress and development of the individual student. Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and as a member of academic department/team. Ability to handle matters with diplomacy and to maintain confidentiality, as appropriate. Ability to exercise professional judgment and proper decision-making. Must be willing to maintain an appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the college appointing authority.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.