Adjunct Faculty, ABE/GED, Non-Credit

Seminole State College of Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Retirement savings options

Employee Assistance Program access

Job summary

A higher education institution in Florida seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for ABE/GED courses. Responsibilities include teaching, developing course materials, evaluating student progress, and maintaining communication with students. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and possess teaching experience. This role offers flexible hours and competitive compensation based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching preferred.
• Professional certification is desired.
• Ability to work with technology and innovative teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and post course syllabi.
• Deliver instruction and grade student work.
• Engage in professional development.
• Develop or modify assignments, assessments, and other course materials to support and evaluate student understanding of course learning outcomes.
• Grade student work and provide constructive feedback to students in a timely fashion, including resolution of incomplete or disputed grades.
• Participate in professional development opportunities offered by the college and department.
• Validate textbooks, post course syllabi, class/grade rosters, and submit final student grades by established deadlines.
• Remain current with CANVAS as required by departmental guidelines.
• Respond in a timely fashion to communication from students, colleagues and supervisors.
• Meet with students individually to review coursework as needed.
• Adjunct faculty may work with other faculty in support of curriculum improvement as appropriate to promote students’ success and mastery of course and program competencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Commitment to student learning

Professional expertise

Adaptability in teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

CANVAS

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, ABE/GED, Non-Credit

Seminole State College of Florida

Responsibilities

Adjunct Faculty are responsible for teaching assigned courses, which includes developing and posting syllabi, preparing and delivering instruction, designing assignments and assessments, grading student work, and providing timely, constructive feedback. In addition, Adjunct Faculty are expected to engage in professional development, effectively utilize the College’s Online Learning Management System (CANVAS), and maintain open communication with students, colleagues, and supervisors. They may also contribute to curriculum improvement efforts aimed at enhancing student success.

Essential Functions

• Develop a course syllabus in the format determined by the College and post the syllabus to the College-approved system by posted deadlines.
• Prepare for and deliver class, studio, clinical, or lab instruction; at days, times, modalities and locations determined by the College.
• Use assigned instructional materials to plan and deliver instruction designed to enhance student learning.
• Develop or modify assignments, assessments, and other course materials to support and evaluate student understanding of course learning outcomes established in the course syllabus and per department guidelines.
• Grade student work and provide constructive feedback to students in a timely fashion, including resolution of incomplete or disputed grades.
• Participate in professional development opportunities offered by the college and department.
• Validate textbooks, post course syllabi, class/grade rosters, and submit final student grades by established deadlines.
• Remain current with how to use the College’s Online Learning Management System (currently CANVAS) as required by departmental guidelines.
• Respond in a timely fashion to communication from students, colleagues and supervisors.
• Meet with students individually to review coursework as needed.
• Adjunct faculty may work with other faculty in support of curriculum improvement as appropriate to promote students’ success and mastery of course and program competencies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.

Desired Qualifications

• Teaching experience and professional certification.

Knowledge, Abilities & Skills

• A personal and professional commitment to creating an atmosphere of quality instruction in line with Seminole State College’s mission and vision.
• Possessing sufficient professional expertise in their specific field/discipline.
• Maintaining faculty credentials as required by the college's accrediting agencies.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to utilize technology and innovative pedagogy to enhance teaching and learning.
• Demonstrates a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Committed to supporting student learning and development.

Work Environment And Special Considerations

• Works in a classroom/lab setting.
• Flexible hours, days and assigned campus location may vary due to enrollment.

Compensation & Support

Adjunct faculty are paid according to Seminole State College’s Non-Bargaining Unit Salary Schedule, based on the instructor’s highest degree earned. This posting is for a Non-College Credit Course. To view current pay rates, please refer to the Salary Schedule. In addition to competitive pay, Seminole State offers part‑time faculty access to professional development opportunities, retirement savings options, and campus resources. Adjunct faculty also have free access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Conditions of Employment

Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at Seminole State College must reside in the State of Florida at the time of hire and may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64; and Seminole State College Policy 1.020; 2.020. Criminal background checks and fingerprinting will be conducted for all new employees, and for rehired employees who have had a break in service for one year or more. The Office of Human Resources will determine which background checks shall be conducted for each position, based upon its review of job descriptions and the responsibilities of the position.

How to Apply

This is a pool position. Adjunct positions are temporary, part‑time, and filled based on enrollment. While a posting may exist on our website, there may or may not be a need at this time; however, submitted applications remain active for one academic year and are available for the Department Dean to review on an ongoing basis. The Dean or their designee will contact any applicants selected for interview. Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history even if attaching a resume.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts showing the date of degree conferral (unofficial copies accepted for application purposes). Official Transcripts are REQUIRED upon hire.
• Letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.

Veterans' Preference

Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veteran’s Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered job applicants. To claim Veterans' Preference for eligible positions, a copy of your DD‑214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application.

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