College Faculty: Social Sciences/Economics: Fairburn (In-Person)

The Opportunity 

The Fairburn Campus in Fairburn, Georgia of Georgia Military College invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Social Sciences / Economics. We welcome candidates with graduate preparation in economics, political science, sociology, psychology, or another social science who bring strong teaching potential and a commitment to student success. The position includes an explicit expectation to develop or maintain eligibility to teach economics. 

Teaching and Faculty Responsibilities 

Teach social science courses aligned with approved credentials and contribute economics instruction as credential requirements are met and approved. 

Plan organized instruction, engage students actively, assess learning, and provide timely feedback. 

Support students through office hours and appropriate academic guidance and referrals. 

Collaborate with faculty and academic leaders on course quality, curriculum, assessment, and student success. 

Participate in professional development, committee work, and other assigned faculty responsibilities. 

GMC-Funded Faculty Development 

Candidates who do not already have 18 semester hours of qualifying graduate economics coursework must complete an approved graduate coursework plan to reach that requirement. GMC will cover the cost of approved graduate coursework needed to meet the required economics teaching certification. The plan and completion timeline will be established with Academic Affairs. Willingness to complete this coursework is a requirement of the position. 

Initial teaching assignments require Academic Affairs’ review and approval of the candidate’s current credentials. Additional assignments depend on completion and approval of the required coursework.

Teaching Schedule 

GMC operates on an accelerated quarter system offering five terms per year. This is a full-time, annually renewable faculty position with a 10-month teaching schedule and an annual salary paid over 12 months. Faculty teach 20 credit hours per quarter during Fall 1, Fall, Winter, and Spring. Regular evening teaching is required; day and/or weekend assignments may also be required based on institutional needs. 

Teaching is not required during June and July. Faculty who teach during the summer term receive additional compensation in accordance with the adjunct faculty pay scale. 

Salary and Benefits 

The annual base salary is $48,900, with an additional $500 for each year of qualifying, relevant full-time experience, as reviewed and verified by Human Resources. Relevant experience may include K–12 teaching, higher education teaching, or professional experience related to the discipline and position. Eligible employees have access to the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and GMC’s employee benefits package. 

Application Materials and Employment Requirements 

Apply through the official GMC Paycom posting. Application packets must include a curriculum vitae or résumé, statement of teaching philosophy, completed GMC application, unofficial transcripts from all colleges attended, and contact information for three references. 

Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Annual renewal is subject to availability of classes and satisfactory job performance. Candidates must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen before beginning employment. 

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future. This faculty position carries no military service obligation.

*Criminal background check and drug screen must be cleared before any candidate may begin working.

Georgia Military College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications 

• An earned master’s degree in economics, political science, sociology, psychology, or another relevant social science. 

• Graduate preparation sufficient for Academic Affairs to approve initial teaching assignments in a needed social science discipline. 

• At least 18 semester hours of qualifying graduate economics coursework, or willingness to complete that requirement through an approved GMC-funded development plan. 

• A commitment to student-centered instruction and support for students with varied academic preparation. 

• Ability to communicate disciplinary concepts clearly and use assessment and feedback to support learning. 

• Availability to teach in person at Fairburn, including regular evening assignments as needed. 

Preferred qualifications 

• Graduate preparation in economics, including at least 18 semester hours of qualifying graduate economics coursework. 

• Experience teaching introductory undergraduate courses, particularly in a community college setting. 

• Teaching, graduate teaching assistantship, tutoring, student teaching, or other relevant instructional experience. 

• Experience connecting coursework to practical applications and supporting students with varied learning needs. 

Recent graduates who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. Two years of teaching experience is not required.