Adjunct Instructor, Human Services

palmbeachstate; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach college students and deliver discipline-specific curricula. You will assess learning, participate in program evaluation, and align with the college's mission and strategic plan.

The role requires developing schedules, managing course and program reviews, and collaborating with students and program faculty. A flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is expected; degrees earned in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree in Gerontology or a related field with 18 graduate hours in Gerontology.
• Requires a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or related field with 18 graduate hours and experience with youth programs.
• May require Florida licensed mental health professional credentials or CAP certification as specified by HUS course codes.

Responsibilities

• Develops, maintains, interprets, and executes administrative procedures and practices.
• Analyzes class and program needs; determines retention or deletion of courses.
• Develops and coordinates program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates; maintains calendars.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Adaptability

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master's in Gerontology / related 18 graduate hours

Master's in Social Work / Psychology / Education / related + 18 grad hours (HUS 1203, 1620, 1640)

Master's in Social Work / Psychology / related + 18 grad hours + licensed mental health professional / CAP

Tools

Microsoft Office Pro

Canvas LMS / instructional tech

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.

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 Gerontology or Master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Gerontology (GEY 2000)
• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology Education, or related field or Master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or related field and extensive experience working with youth in either a community or school-based program (HUS 1203, 1620, 1640)
• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field or Master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Social Work, Psychology, or related field and Licensed Florida mental health professional (e.g., mental health counselor, marriage and family counselor, social worker) with experience in the addictions field or Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) Certification (HUS 1421, 1423, 1440, 1450, 142)
• 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

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.

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.