Adjunct Instructor, Geology

Palm Beach State College; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College in Florida invites qualified individuals to join its adjunct instructor pool, teaching in various subjects as needed. The college emphasizes a collaborative environment and flexible, open opportunities for qualified faculty.

Positions are open until filled and may require evenings and weekends; candidates should have a relevant master's degree and have the ability to work with diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or Earth Science or Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Geology or Earth Science.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Canvas LMS or similar instructional technologies.
• Ability to interact positively with diverse populations and varying education levels.

Responsibilities

• Develops, maintains, interprets, and executes administrative procedures and practices, including manuals on College policies and standards.
• Analyzes class and program needs; determines retention or deletion of courses.
• Develops and coordinates program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates; maintains calendar and adjusts as needed.
• Assist students and program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Communication

Education

Geology/Earth Science Master’s or 18 graduate hrs

Tools

MS Office

Canvas LMS

Job description

Join our team!

What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About This Role

Join our team!
What We Offer
At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life, and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connections for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

Varies

What An Adjunct Instructor’s Day Looks Like

• Develops, maintains, interprets, and executes administrative procedures and practices. This activity includes developing and maintaining manuals regarding the College's policies, procedures, rules, and standards.
• Analyzes class and program needs of the College. Determines and recommends the retention or deletion of courses.
• Develops and coordinates program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates. Maintains calendar as necessary to track these schedules and adjusts as required.
• Assist students and program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education And Experience

• Master's degree in Geology or Earth Science or Master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Geology or Earth Science.

Knowledge Of

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
• Utilize Canvas Learning Management System and other instructional technologies

Ability To

• Interact positively with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Work Environment And Physical Demand

• Reach and grasp objects
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Use of video display terminal
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Communicate information orally and in writing
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the job's essential functions. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Pay Rates

Standard hourly rates vary based on the assigned course level and educational credentials.

Must have the ability to work a fluctuating schedule to include evenings and weekends.

Degrees earned in the United States must be conferred by an accredited institution of higher education recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. To view a listing of the accredited organizations, please visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Degrees earned outside the United States must be validated by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). An evaluation report from an accrediting organization must be attached prior to the application closing date of each position. To view a listing of the current members of (NACES), please visit https://www.naces.org/members.

Important Information

This posting represents an open continuous applicant pool. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or employment. Adjunct positions are filled on an as-needed basis according to departmental and instructional needs.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled