Adjunct (Faculty) – Student Life Skills (High School Site)

Lake Sumter State College; Florida; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake-Sumter State College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach Student Life Skills at one or more high school sites in Lake County or Sumter County. The role emphasizes active learning, supervision, and collaboration with school staff to support student success.

The position requires a Master’s degree and the ability to travel between campuses and high schools. Duties include developing syllabi, delivering instruction, assessing progress, and maintaining records, with attention to ADA

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the teaching discipline listed in this job description, with at least 18 graduate-level semester hours in the listed teaching discipline.
• Must be a full-time employee with the Lake County School District or Sumter County School District.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out instructional duties to maximize learning by students.
• Supervise students in accordance with program procedures, academic, and course-related concerns.
• Teach assigned courses in accordance with department expectations.
• Assist with registration and/or recruitment when requested.
• Syllabus must be submitted by the designated date according to LSSC policy and Florida State Board Rule.
• Ensure that each student receives a course syllabus detailing performance objectives, course expectations, grading procedures, withdrawal and attendance policies, and faculty office phone and email contact information.
• Attend all scheduled or called meetings by the President or Vice President of Academic Affairs, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, Deans, and/or LSSC supervisor, unless excused by the administrator in charge.
• Teach all classes for the full period as scheduled.
• Evaluate student progress and achievement with clear methods presented in the course syllabus.
• Utilize evaluation results for planning, instruction, counseling, and program modification.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records.
• Submit grade reports and other required data on or before deadline dates.
• Resolve discipline problems within the sphere of responsibility.
• Assist and counsel students as needed.
• Utilize material and equipment necessary to accomplish designated tasks.
• Demonstrate knowledge of current instructional developments.
• Regularly examine the content of assigned courses and recommend changes to the LSSC supervisor if needed. Any additions, revisions, or supplemental materials incorporated into the course must be compliant with ADA accessibility standards and institutional accessibility requirements.
• Comply with appropriate administrative rules/regulations and Board Policy.
• Participate in an evaluation process as specified by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Skills

Instructional planning

Student engagement

Course delivery

Syllabus development

ADA accessibility

Education

Master’s degree in teaching discipline

Job description

TITLE: Adjunct Student Life Skills (High School Sites in Lake County School District or Sumter County School District)

LENGTH: OF APPOINTMENT: One-Term
LOCATION: Current High School Site
CLASSIFICATION:Instructional
SUPERVISORS:Dean, Associate Dean, Program Manager

Dynamic and Engaging Opportunity Awaits You!

Are you ready to bring your expertise to life in the vibrant world of academia? Join our team as an Adjunct Instructor at Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC), where innovation meets education in an environment pulsating with energy and excitement! LSSC Adjunct Instructors ignite the minds of our student body through dynamic lectures, interactive discussions, and hands-on experiences. Join us in shaping the future of our students by fostering a supportive learning environment grounded in LSSC’s core values: Communication, Collaboration, Care, and Celebrate!

The passion for your expertise is the catalyst for a dynamic educational journey for our students and their future success.

Lake-Sumter State College assures its students, employees, visitors, and contractors of their civil rights. LSSC prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or genetic information in any of its programs, activities, employment, and contracts.

include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan and carry out instructional duties that maximize learning by students.
• Supervise students in accordance with program procedures, academic, and course-related concerns.
• Teach assigned courses in accordance with department expectations.
• Assist with registration and/or recruitment when requested.
• Syllabus must be submitted by the designated date according to LSSC policy and Florida State Board Rule.
• Ensure that each student receives a course syllabus detailing performance objectives, course expectations, grading procedures, withdrawal and attendance policies, and faculty office phone and email contact information.
• Attend all scheduled or called meetings by the President or Vice President of Academic Affairs, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, Deans, and/or LSSC supervisor, unless excused by the administrator in charge.
• Teach all classes for the full period as scheduled.
• Evaluate student progress and achievement with clear methods presented in the course syllabus.
• Utilize evaluation results for planning, instruction, counseling, and program modification.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records.
• Submit grade reports and other required data on or before deadline dates.
• Resolve discipline problems within the sphere of responsibility.
• Assist and counsel students as needed.
• Utilize material and equipment necessary to accomplish designated tasks.
• Demonstrate knowledge of current instructional developments.
• Regularly examine the content of assigned courses and recommend changes to the LSSC supervisor if needed. Any additions, revisions, or supplemental materials incorporated into the course must be compliant with ADA accessibility standards and institutional accessibility requirements.
• Comply with appropriate administrative rules/regulations and Board Policy.
• Participate in an evaluation process as specified by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

• Maintain continuity of communication with students, community, faculty, staff, and supervisors through timely replies to meetings, phone calls, mail, and email requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Adhere to all workplace safety rules, safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices
• Ability to work various hours, including nights, early mornings, and weekends
• Ability to travel amongst various campuses and attend College events, or off-campus, as required.

Required:

• Master’s degree in the teaching discipline listed in this job description, with at least 18 graduate-level semester hours in the listed teaching discipline.
• Must be a full-time employee with the Lake County School District or Sumter County School District.