Adjunct Faculty, Religion

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota invites applications for Adjunct Faculty in Religion. The position is temporary and contracted as needed. An adjunct will teach assigned courses, maintain professional standards, and participate in course preparation and assessment.

Compensation is provided at $2000 per 3 ILH, with expectations to adhere to college policies and professional conduct in all activities related to teaching and service.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching skills and subject knowledge, preferably at the community college level.
• Degree and credit hour requirements must be met for accreditation.
• Must demonstrate effective use of instructional technology.

Responsibilities

• Teaches all courses as assigned.
• Maintains attendance and punctuality.
• Delivers course content effectively to support student learning and meet outcomes.
• Meets all scheduled classes on the assigned day/time.
• Prepares course syllabi and instructional materials if not provided by Department.

Skills

Teaching

Education

18 post-grad hours in REL or REL masters

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

SCF seeks employees looking to be a part of a culture of service excellence in the following position of Adjunct Faculty, Religion.

An adjunct faculty member will be responsible for maintaining the highest academic standards in his/her particular discipline. The individual is expected to exercise professionalism in all activities related to the role of academician, including those concerned with the various duties assigned by the Department Chair, and any involvement with colleagues, peers, community and students. The position of an adjunct faculty member is temporary, and is contracted as needed.

Adjunct employees are compensated at a rate of $2000 per 3 ILH.

NOTE: Job descriptions and essential functions are subject to change due to advances in technology, utilization of workforce, and other factors which may impact the College’s need to modify position requirements.

The following essential job functions identify various types of work performed in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Applicants may be asked to demonstrate any or all of the following duties:

1. Teaches all courses as assigned.
2. Maintains attendance and punctuality.
3. Maintains a professional appearance at all times.
4. Prepares course syllabi (if not provided by the Department).
5. Prepares instructional materials (if not provided by Department).
6. Delivers course content in an effective manner to support student learning and meets the designated student learning outcomes.
7. Participates in assessment.
8. Meets all scheduled classes on the assigned day /time.
9. Uses scheduled class time appropriately.
10. Makes oneself available to students and college officials as needed.
11. Demonstrates a professional attitude, philosophy, compassion and commitment that promotes student student growth and learning.
12. Demonstrates commitment to the institutional mission, goals, and objectives.
13. Adheresto College Rules and Procedures, whichreflect updated Federal, state, and local legislation/regulations and College policy that governs the educational process.
14. Maintainsaccurate student records for grading and attendance purposes, submittingattendance,grades, and other reports within college deadlines.
15. During periods of planned absences, coordinates with the respective Department Chair or supervising academic administrator for qualified substitute instructors and provides instructional materials, protocols, and directions to ensure consistent and sequential classroominstruction.
16. Promotesand maintainsa healthy and safe educational and work environment, free from harassment and discrimination.
17. Demonstratesprofessional growth and developmentby updating knowledge of subject matterand using effective teaching techniques.
18. Develops, maintains and promotes a positive working environment among departmental faculty.
19. Performs all other duties as assigned by the respective Department Chair or other supervising academic administrator.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

Demonstrated teaching skills and subject knowledge, preferably at the community college level. Degree and credit hour requirements must be met in accordance with the criteria for accreditation of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

18 post-grad hours in REL or a REL masters.

Computer Skills

Must demonstrate effective use of instructional technology and be familiar with current office hardware and software.

Certificates and Licenses

[Add any specific information per discipline]

Responsibility for Communication

Must be able to effectively communicate with students, staff and the public.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Thenoise level in the work environmentvaries fromveryquiet to moderateas is typical of an office or classroomenvironment.

The environment is usually indoors in a centrally heated/air-conditioned climate.

Lightingconditions meetrecommendedstandards and areprovidedby direct and/or indirect electric light fixtures of various kinds.

This position may require the wearing of personal protective devices for health and safety precautions.

Physical Demands

The physical demandsdescribed hereare representative of those that mustbe met by an employee to successfully performthe essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to touch, handle, feel or reach objects, tools and controls; and verbally communicate with students and co-workers. The employee may be frequently required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

Independently transport oneself to various campus locations on a 100-acre campus.

Specificvision abilities required include close vision, distancevision, identification and discernmentof colors, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.In addition to satisfactory performance on all of the essential job duties and responsibilities for this job, all State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees must fulfill the following basic performance expectations:

Mission and Goals

Each State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employee is expected to know the College’s mission and goals.

Service Excellence

All State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees will strive to provide outstanding service excellence to everyone they serve including students, the community, and fellow employees in accordance with Pride in Excellence standards as listed:

RESPECTFUL

• Act in a courteous manner
• Actively listen to gain full understanding
• Demonstrate awareness of “everything speaks”
• Show empathy and caring

RESPONSIVE

• Approach people in an inviting and pleasing manner
• Take ownership of actions and decisions
• Plan, anticipate, and be forward thinking
• Answer and return phone calls and emails
• Use proper communication etiquette
• Banish the phrase “not my job”
• Provide assistance to all inquiries and follow through

ACCURATE

• Do it right the first time
• Be knowledgeable of product and how it interfaces with others
• Ask probing questions
• Use resources effectively and efficiently

COLLABORATIVE

• Participate in teams
• Develop team skill sets
• Learn available resources to be responsive to your constituents
• Develop internal and/or external connections

Grooming and Appearance

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to maintain a neat and professional image at all times. When issued, College personnel must wear uniforms, and maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.

Safety Awareness

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to work diligently to maintain safe and healthful working conditions, and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment as provided.

Attendance Standards

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to attend their work assignments and schedules at all times, in accordance with College Rules and Procedures.

Training

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to attend College-provided training sessions and meetings when deemed necessary.

Continuous Improvement

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees are expected to give attention to continuous assessment and improvement of the position’s assigned set of duties and responsibilities.