Adjunct Faculty, Interior Design

Seminole State College of Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP for employees

Retirement savings options

Campus resources

Job summary

Seminole State College of Florida seeks adjunct faculty to teach designated courses, develop syllabi, deliver instruction, and assess student learning. The role requires updating course materials and providing feedback while maintaining timely communication with students and colleagues.

Applicants should have a relevant advanced degree, teaching experience, and willingness to engage in ongoing professional development. The position is part-time and based on campus locations with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architecture or related field.
• 18 graduate semester hours in Architecture, Built Environment, Commercial Design, Design History/Theory, Historic Preservation, Human Environmental Design, Interior Architecture or Interior Design.
• Master’s degree or higher with Bachelor’s in Interior Design or related field and NCIDQ certification or licensed, or eight years of professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and post syllabi in the format required by the College.
• Deliver class, studio, clinical, or lab instruction as scheduled.
• Use instructional materials to plan and teach effectively.
• Design and assess assignments and course materials to meet learning outcomes.
• Grade student work and provide timely, constructive feedback.

Skills

Teaching

CANVAS

Curriculum development

Student feedback

Online learning

Education

Master’s degree in Architecture/Interior Design

18 graduate semester hours in qualifying fields

NCIDQ certification or Interior Designer license

Tools

CANVAS LMS

Job description

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:

The responsibility of Adjunct Faculty is to teach classes as assigned. Duties related to the teaching of a course include, but are not limited to, the following types of activities:

• Developing a course syllabus in the format determined by the College and posting said syllabus to the College approved system by college posted deadlines.
• Preparing for and delivering class, studio, clinical, or lab instruction; at days, times, modalities and locations determined by the College.
• Using assigned instructional materials to plan and deliver instruction designed to enhance student learning.
• Developing or modifying 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.
• Grading student work and providing constructive feedback to students in a timely fashion, including resolution of incomplete or disputed grades.
• Participating in professional development opportunities offered by the college and department.
• Validating textbooks, posting course syllabi, class/graderosters, and submitting final student grades by established deadlines.
• Remaining current with how to use the College’s Online Learning Management System (currently CANVAS) as required by departmental guidelines.
• Responding in a timely fashion to communication from students, colleagues and supervisors.
• Meeting with students individually to review course work as needed.
• Adjunct faculty may work with other faculty in support of curricula improvement as appropriate to promote students' success and mastery of course and program competencies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Option 1

Master’s degree (M.A, M.S., M.F.A., or M. Arch) in:

• Architecture
• Interior Architecture
• Interior Design

Option 2

Master’s degree or higher with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the following qualifying fields:

• Architecture
• Built Environment
• Commercial Design
• Design History and Theory
• Historic Preservation
• Human Environmental Design
• Interior Architecture
• Interior Design
• Sustainable Design Studies
• Themed Entertainment
• Other related design disciplines

Option 3:

Master’s degree or higher AND Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or closely-related field AND Currently NCIDQ certified or licensed as an Interior Designer in any U.S. state territory OR Minimum of eight years of professional practice experience.

Terminal Degree Qualifications:

• PhD in Interior Design
• Master of Architecture (M. Arch.)
• Master of Interior Design
• OR Master’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture (M.A., M.S.,M.F.A.) or related with a major, concentration, specialization emphasis in Interior Design (See Appendix A: IDEC Position Paper)
• AND Currently licensed as an Interior Designer in any U.S. state or territory

For All Options:

• NCIDQ certified desired (for Interior Designers only)
• Teaching experience desired.
• Professional registration or licensure desired.
• Professional practice experience in field desired.
• Studio courses taught by faculty with professional degree in Interior Design as defined by CIDA

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & SKILLS:

• A personal and professional commitment to creating a 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:

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

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This position is not eligible for Veterans'Preference.

Pay Benefits and WorkSchedule

Are you passionate about teaching and ready to inspire the next generation of learners? Seminole State College of Florida is seeking dedicated adjunct faculty who are committed to student success and academic excellence. Serving more than 22,000 students across five campuses and online, Seminole State offers 200+ degree and certificate programs, high-demand bachelor’s degrees, and seamless transfer pathways such as DirectConnect to UCF. With small class sizes, flexible learning options, and a 95% placement rate for A.S. graduates, our faculty make a lasting difference in students’ lives while preparing them for 21st-century careers.

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 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), providing confidential support services for employees and their households. Learn more about available benefits and resources.

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. These include, but are not limited to, positions that have access to money, master keys, security-sensitive areas and confidential information; positions that have the capability to create, delete, and alter records; and positions that are responsible for the care and instruction of children. The College will conduct various types of background checks which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background, credit check, driver's license check, previous employment and references.

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.

Other Information

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veteran’s Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered job applicants. Moreover, in recognition of the valuable contributions made by veterans, the College also considers any applicant’s military service background when filling job positions not covered by Veteran’s Preference laws.

To claim Veteran's Preference for eligible positions, a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from ActiveDuty must be uploaded and attached to your application to claim Veterans' Preference.

HOLDERS OF DEGREES FROM INSTITUTIONS OUTSIDE THE USA:

Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States are required to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Foreign transcripts should be evaluated by one of the organizations approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

This evaluation must be submitted at the time of application. We recommend World Education Services at P.O. Box 5087, Bowling Green Station, New York, NY 10274-5087, telephone [phone] or email address www.wes.org. The interview process may be delayed until such a review has been completed.