Adjunct Faculty, Department of Teaching and Learning Sciences

Florida Gulf Coast University; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University seeks qualified adjunct faculty in the Department of Teaching and Learning Sciences to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in educator preparation programs leading to Florida educator certification. Instruction may be face-to-face, hybrid, online, or field-based on campus or off-campus sites.

Adjunct faculty will provide high-quality instruction, assess student learning with established rubrics, and collaborate with mentors, school partners, and university

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the teaching discipline or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution with at least eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi consistent with university, college, department, accreditation, and state requirements.
• Prepare engaging instructional materials and learning experiences aligned with course learning outcomes.
• Deliver effective instruction using evidence-based teaching practices.
• Foster a comprehensive, respectful, and supportive learning environment.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and instructional quality.
• Comply with all state and Board of Governors regulations regarding instruction and textbooks.
• Evaluate student learning using established grading criteria and assessment rubrics.
• Provide timely, meaningful, and constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, assignments, grades, and student progress in Canvas.
• Submit final grades according to university deadlines.
• Provide all relevant data for accreditation.

Skills

Online teaching

Curriculum development

Assessment design

Education

Master's degree in teaching or related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Department of Teaching and LearningSciences

Florida Gulf Coast University

Job Summary

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive regionaluniversity dedicated to excellence in teaching, learning, research,and service. The College of Education prepares highly effectiveeducators who positively impact P-12 student learning throughevidence-based instruction, innovation, collaboration, andprofessional practice.

The Department of Teaching and Learning Sciences (TLS) seeksqualified adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate and graduatecourses in educator preparation programs leading to Floridaeducator certification, including but not limited to EarlyChildhood Education, Elementary Education, Secondary MathematicsEducation, Secondary Biology Education, Secondary Social ScienceEducation, and Exceptional Student Education.

Adjunct faculty are expected to provide high-quality instruction,foster student success, model professionalism, and contribute tothe preparation of effective educators. Instruction may occur inface-to-face, hybrid, online, laboratory, clinical, and field-basedsettings on the main campus or at off-campus instructionalsites.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Adjunct faculty are responsible for the following duties, asassigned:

Teaching and Instruction

• Teach assigned undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi consistent with university,college, department, accreditation, and state requirements.
• Prepare engaging instructional materials and learningexperiences aligned with course learning outcomes.
• Deliver effective instruction using evidence-based teachingpractices.
• Foster a comprehensive, respectful, and supportive learningenvironment.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and instructionalquality.
• Comply with all state and Board of Governors regulationsregarding instruction and textbooks

Student Learning and Assessment

• Evaluate student learning using established grading criteriaand assessment rubrics.
• Provide timely, meaningful, and constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate and current records of attendance (whenapplicable), assignments, grades, and student progress inCanvas.
• Submit final grades according to university deadlines.
• Provide all relevant data and information in the requiredformat for accreditation

Clinical and Field Experience Responsibilities (whenassigned)

• Supervise teacher candidates in field experiences and clinicalpractice.
• Conduct classroom observations using department-approvedobservation instruments.
• Evaluate candidate performance using established assessmentrubrics.
• Provide coaching and reflective feedback designed to improveinstructional practice.
• Collaborate with mentor teachers, school administrators, andschool district partners.
• Support candidates in developing effective instructionalplanning, classroom management, assessment, and reflectivepractice.

Professional Responsibilities

• Utilize Canvas and university-supported instructionaltechnologies.
• Respond to student communications in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records in accordance withuniversity policies and FERPA.
• Participate in required adjunct orientation and professionaldevelopment activities.
• Remain current in the discipline, educational research,instructional technology, and Florida educator certificationrequirements.
• Assist with curriculum development, assessment activities,accreditation initiatives, or other departmental responsibilitiesas requested.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in the teaching discipline or a closely relatedfield from a regionally accredited institution with at leasteighteen (18) graduate semester hours in the teachingdiscipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in an appropriate discipline.
• Valid Florida Educator Certificate or eligibility forcertification.
• Successful P-12 teaching experience.
• Experience supervising teacher candidates during field orclinical experiences.
• Experience teaching in higher education.
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses.
• Experience using Canvas or comparable learning managementsystems.

Preferred Characteristics

Successful candidates will demonstrate many of the followingcharacteristics:

• Commitment to student success through high-quality instruction,timely feedback, and meaningful engagement.
• Ability to create a welcoming and supportive learningenvironment that values differing perspectives andexperiences.
• Strong organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonalcommunication skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and ethicalpractice.
• Ability to teach effectively in face-to-face, hybrid, andonline instructional environments.
• Proficiency with Canvas and instructional technologies thatenhance student learning.
• Ability to incorporate evidence-based instructional practicesand meaningful assessment strategies.
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and lifelonglearning.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, mentorteachers, school district partners, and universitystakeholders.
• Adaptability to changing instructional practices, educationaltechnologies, and accreditation or state requirements.
• Experience preparing teacher candidates for Florida educatorcertification.
• Knowledge of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices(FEAPs), Florida Standards, and educator preparationrequirements.
• Ability to coach teacher candidates through observation,reflection, planning, and assessment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement through educatorpreparation assessment and accreditation processes.

Working Relationships

The adjunct faculty member reports to the Chair of the Departmentof Teaching and Learning Sciences or the Chair's designee. Theadjunct faculty member works collaboratively with programcoordinators, faculty, staff, clinical experience personnel, andother College of Education and University representatives.

When assigned courses that include field or clinical experiences,the adjunct faculty member also works collaboratively with teachercandidates, mentor teachers, school administrators, districtpersonnel, and other P-12 school partners. The adjunct facultymember is expected to maintain timely communication, professionalconduct, confidentiality, and positive working relationships withinernal and external partners.

Environmental and Physical Requirements

The work is generally performed in classroom, office, online,laboratory, or P-12 school settings. The position may requiretravel to local schools, clinical placement sites, off-campusinstructional locations, or other university-approved sites.

The position requires the ability to:

• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, andeducational partners in person and through electronic formats.
• Use a computer, Canvas, videoconferencing platforms, and otherinstructional technologies for extended periods.
• Prepare, present, and evaluate instructional materials andstudent work.
• Attend scheduled classes, meetings, observations, andprofessional activities, including some evening or weekendassignments when required by the course schedule.
• Move within classrooms, university facilities, and P-12 schoolenvironments as necessary to provide instruction or conductobservations.
• Perform the essential functions of the position with or withoutreasonable accommodation.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an EqualOpportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, orprotected veteran status.