Adjunct Instructor, Nutrition

palmbeachstate; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 55,104,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College invites applications for an instructor role in Dietetics or Nutrition. The position involves teaching, curriculum development, and active participation in program evaluation on campus.

The role requires adapting to diverse student populations and varying teaching assignments, with schedules including evenings and weekends as needed. This on-site role supports the college’s mission and student success.

Qualifications

• 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; Canvas LMS experience.

Responsibilities

• Instructs college students using established educational theories and techniques.
• Develops and maintains discipline-related curricula; assesses learning and participates in program evaluation.
• Develops and coordinates program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates; maintains calendar as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Adaptability

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Master’s degree + 18 grad hours in Dietetics or Nutrition

Tools

Microsoft Office Professional

Canvas LMS

Job description

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What We Offer

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.

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

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.

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 completing a criminal background investigation.

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.