Faculty — Social Sciences

Job overview

The Faculty — Social Sciences position is onsite in Mission, SD. Compensation is not specified. The role is with Sinte Gleska University and supports its teaching, scholarship, and service mission. The faculty member prepares and teaches courses in social science, history, geography, political science, and anthropology; assesses student work; advises students; and contributes to curriculum design and university service. The position also calls for culturally responsive teaching and engagement with Lakota and/or Native American communities or a willingness to learn.

What you'll do

• Prepare and teach courses for the academic year
• assess student performance and report grades
• maintain 15 office hours per semester
• advise students and assist with registration
• contribute to curriculum design
• participate in departmental and university assignments, committees, and staff activities
• use culturally responsive teaching approaches
• mentor new faculty and local educators if needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

social sciences faculty

mission sd

sinte gleska university

history

geography

political science

anthropology

teaching

student advising

curriculum design

indigenous cultural lens

master’s degree required

doctorate preferred

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role emphasizes teaching through an Indigenous cultural lens and cultural competency with Lakota and/or Native American people and organizations.

About the employer

Sinte Gleska University is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.