Adjunct Instructor, History

Palm Beach State College; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College seeks qualified instructors to deliver college-level history instruction, develop curriculum, and assess student learning.

The role emphasizes maintaining standards, contributing to program evaluation, and collaborating across departments, with a schedule that varies by teaching assignment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in History or equivalent.
• 18 graduate semester hours in History or related coursework.
• Experience using Canvas LMS and instructional technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develops discipline related curricula and assess student learning.
• Maintains college and department standards in support of the College's mission.
• Develops, maintains, and executes administrative procedures and manuals.
• Assist students and program reviews and articulation activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in History

18 graduate semester hours in History

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canvas LMS

Job description

Join our team!

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.

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

• 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 History or Master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in History

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.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled