Adjunct Instructor, Health

Palm Beach State College; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College invites applications for adjunct faculty in Health Education/Physical Education. Instructors will teach according to established educational theories, develop curricula, assess learning, and participate in program evaluation to support the college’s mission.

Work schedules vary by course and may include evenings and weekends. A Master’s degree in a health-related field is required, with Canvas LMS and Microsoft Office proficiency expected to deliver effective instruction.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Health Education or related field required.
• Experience with instructional design and assessment in higher education.
• Ability to use Canvas LMS and office software in instruction.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students following educational theories and techniques.
• Develop and update curricula and assess student learning.
• Participate in program evaluation and college activities.
• Coordinate schedules and advise on course offerings.
• Support diversity and inclusive teaching practices.

Skills

Public speaking

Adaptability

Student engagement

Education

Master’s degree in Health Education, Physical Education or Health-related field

18 graduate semester hours in Health Education, Physical Education or Health-related field

Tools

Canvas LMS

Microsoft Office

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

Instruct college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Develops discipline related curricula, assess student learning, participates in program evaluation, and college activities. Maintains college and department standards in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan.

Work schedule varies according to teaching assignment.

Work schedule varies according to teaching assignment.

Varies

Duties and Responsibilities:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary)

• 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.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications** : **

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in a Health Education, Physical
  Education or Health-related field
  OR
  Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in
  a Health Education, Physical Education or Healthrelated
  field

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.

Applications without attached copies of official transcripts or non-web based unofficial transcripts will not be considered. Transcripts for Adjunct positions must either be an official copy or a college-stamped student copy or a non-web based unofficial transcript, scanned into an electronic format and attached to their application. Transcripts produced through web-based student systems will not be accepted.

Degrees earned in the United Statesmust be conferred by an accredited institution of higher education recognized by the United States Department of Education or theCouncil 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.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled