Adjunct Instructor, Introduction to the College Experience

palmbeachstate; Florida; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to educate and mentor students across disciplines. The role emphasizes adherence to college standards, educational theories, and program evaluation, with duties adjusting to the teaching assignment and campus needs.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree in Education or related fields, and be ready to work evenings or weekends as schedules vary. Experience with Canvas and MS Office is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education (any field) or related fields.
• Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Education or related fields.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and interpret administrative procedures and manuals.
• Analyze class and program needs and advise on course retention or deletion.
• Develop and coordinate program and course schedules and test dates.
• Assist students and participate in curriculum and program reviews.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Diversity awareness

Office software

Education

Master's degree in Education (any field)

Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Education or related fields

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

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.

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 Education (any field), Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Family and Marriage Therapy, or Social work
• Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Education (any field), Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Family and Marriage Therapy, or Social work.

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 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.

Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and compl