Adjunct Faculty, Environmental Science (Pooled Position, North Campus)

Broward College; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Health Insurance

Retirement Options – Florida Pension/“

Wellness Program

Vacation/Paid Time Off

Job summary

Broward College in sunny South Florida seeks a part-time faculty member in the North Academics Biological/Physical Science department. The candidate must hold a Master’s Degree in a natural science or related field and have two years of relevant work experience, with a strong commitment to student success and academic achievement.

The role requires mastery of the discipline, skill in engaging students with technology across modalities, and regular office hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in any Natural Science or a related field AND two years of relevant work experience
• Prior college teaching experience is preferred
• The successful candidate must have a high level of computer literacy and a commitment to teaching

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate mastery of their discipline and engage students with technology across modalities
• Provide regular office hours and timely feedback to students
• Adhere to grading deadlines, syllabus submission, and textbook adoption
• Participate in service to the college and its community

Skills

Computer literacy

Teaching commitment

Education

Master’s degree in natural science or related field

Two years relevant work experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

Broward College in sunny South Florida, is one of the largest state colleges in the country, with an enrollment of approximately 50,000 students, supported by 4,000 employees. The College was rated as a best-in-state employer by Forbes and a top 10 community college by the Aspen Institute. The college invites applications for a part‑time teaching position. The ideal candidate will share the college’s commitment to educating its students and meeting the college’s great responsibility to the educational attainment and economic well‑being of our student population and the surrounding community as we make Broward College the number one destination for academic excellence.

Minimum Education

Master’s Degree in any Natural Science or a related field AND two years of relevant work experience

Qualifying Fields

Atmospheric Science, Botany, Environmental Sciences, Earth Science, Ecology, Environmental Biology, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Geosciences, Oceanography, Meteorology, Physical Geography

Minimum Experience/Training

Prior college teaching experience is preferred. The successful candidate must have a high level of computer literacy and a commitment to teaching. All schedules require office hours and some may require evening and/or weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate (1) a mastery of their specific discipline; (2) a deep commitment to the college mission of fostering student success, academic achievement, and persistence; (3) technological competence; and (4) the ability to use skills and strategies that engage students in ways that facilitate learning and prepare students for productive lives.
• Employ teaching methods to accommodate various levels of academic preparation and incorporate appropriate and engaging technology across different modalities of instruction to facilitate student learning.
• Facilitate the needs of different learners across programs by implementing responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices for engaging students.
• Have a willingness to examine and adapt one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support students.
• Engage in student consultation, course preparation, review of course outlines, and preparation of course syllabi.
• Provide prompt and constructive support to students through regular office hours and timely feedback on assessments and activities.
• Provide prompt feedback to student emails.
• Adhere to all reporting deadlines such as grade processing, enrollment verification, syllabus submission, and textbook adoption.
• Participate in service to the college and its community.

Our Culture

At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high‑quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision‑making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Application Package

1. Resume - Detailed curriculum vitae of all educational and professional experience, which includes a list of courses taught

2. Transcript - Unofficial conferred transcript that includes degree received and conferral date. International transcripts must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: https://www.naces.org/members. (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; official transcripts will be required prior to hire.)

Work Shift / Hours Per Week

Vary

Position Time Type

Part time

Position Number

P0092605

Department

North Academics Biological/Physical Science

Salary Range

$2,286 - $2491.02 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

Work Schedule

Varies

Foreign Transcript Requirement

Transcripts issued outside of the United States require an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA.

Employment Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the required background screening process. Broward College uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I‑9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.

The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

Benefits

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Paid Time Off Winter and Spring Break Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

Additional Institutional Information

Broward College is a nationally ranked institution of higher education in Broward County, Florida, providing residents and non‑residents with access to high‑quality, affordable education. Broward College is the largest institution of higher education in Broward County, serving more than 51,000 students annually, Broward College provides students with certificate programs, two‑year university‑transfer degrees, two‑year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The College’s mission is to provide high‑quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to our community of learners. Together, we are working to make Broward College the number one destination for academic excellence. With more than 4,000 colleagues, Broward College serves as a critical economic engine for Broward County, generating more than 1.7 billion in economic impact for Broward County, and driving opportunities for economic mobility for all of Broward County. Broward College has been repeatedly recognized as one of the top 10 community colleges in America by several national organizations including the Aspen Institute. The College continues to receive recognition for its transformational work to improve institutional culture and care for its employees as recognized by the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA‑HR) National HR Excellence Award. As an equal access and employment opportunity institution, Broward College is committed to the success of our students, faculty, and staff while strengthening our local and global communities. Broward College is an equal opportunity employer. The College strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.