Adjunct Faculty, Music

Seminole State College of Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Seminole State College of Florida is seeking adjunct faculty to teach assigned music courses, develop syllabi, deliver instruction, and assess student learning. You will post syllabi, prepare materials, and provide timely feedback within department guidelines.

Applicants should be prepared to engage in professional development, use CANVAS for online learning, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance curricula and student success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in Music.
• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Music.
• Ability to engage in professional development and curriculum improvement.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and develop syllabi according to College guidelines.
• Deliver instruction, design assignments, and grade student work with timely feedback.
• Post syllabi, manage class rosters and submit final grades by deadlines.
• Utilize CANVAS for online learning and communicate with students and colleagues.
• Contribute to curriculum improvements to enhance student success.

Skills

Teaching

CANVAS

Communication

Curriculum design

Education

Master's in Music

18 grad hours in Music

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), maintain open communication with students, colleagues, and supervisors, and may 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/grade rosters, 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

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in Music.
• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Music.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of the learning centered approach to teaching with 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.

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 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.

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.

Conditions of Employment

Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at Seminole State College 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 Active Duty 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.