Adjunct Instructor, Nutrition

Palm Beach State College; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College seeks an instructor to teach nutrition and dietetics, developing curricula and supporting program goals. You will engage a diverse student body and contribute to department activities in alignment with the college's mission.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition (or related) and proficiency with Canvas LMS and instructional technologies; teaching schedules vary with assignments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition or equivalent with graduate coursework.
• Proven ability to teach and design nutrition/dietetics curricula.
• Experience using Canvas LMS or similar instructional tech.

Responsibilities

• Instruct college students following educational theories and techniques.
• Develop discipline-related curricula.
• Assess student learning and participate in program evaluation.
• Maintain department standards aligned with PBSC mission.
• Support scheduling and course coordination.

Skills

Interacting with diverse populations

Communication skills

Office software proficiency

Education

Master’s in Dietetics or Nutrition

Master’s + 18 graduate hours in Dietetics or Nutrition

Tools

Canvas LMS

Instructional technologies

Job description

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.

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.

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 Dietetics or Nutrition OR Master’s degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Dietetics or Nutrition

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.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled