Adjunct – Physical Sciences

Indian River State College; United States; On-site; USD 951,000 - 1,068,000; Part time

Job summary

Indian River State College in Florida is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach assigned courses, grade quizzes and tests, and maintain dedicated office hours for student consultation.

The position is temporary (fixed term) and pays $690.00–$775.00 per credit hour. It requires a Master’s degree in the discipline, SACS credentialing, and a commitment to serving a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the specific teaching discipline, or a Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate hours in the specific teaching discipline.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written; Proven teaching skills with the ability to convey basic concepts and theories in a practical and comprehensible way; Ability to recognize and to respond to students from culturally diverse backgrounds as well as the willingness to make students active partners in the teaching/learning process; Computer literacy and experience using computers in classroom with a willingness to apply technology and innovative approaches to the teaching of specific discipline.
• All instructors must meet the appropriate credentialing requirements for the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Responsibilities

• Instructing assigned classes; grading all quizzes, tests, and written assignments;
• Assigning final grades and delivering grades and grade justification sheets;
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students;
• Maintaining a safe and effective classroom environment;
• Participating in department, division, and general adjunct faculty meetings;
• Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Technology use

Diversity awareness

Education

Master's degree in teaching discipline

Doctorate preferred

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Preparing, instructing and grading all class coursework; Assigning final grades; Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

1. Required: Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution in the specific teaching discipline, or a Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate hours in the specific teaching discipline.
2. Excellent communication skills both oral and written; Proven teaching skills with the ability to convey basic concepts and theories in a practical and comprehensible way; Ability to recognize and to respond to students from culturally diverse backgrounds as well as the willingness to make students active partners in the teaching/learning process; Computer literacy and experience using computers in classroom with a willingness to apply technology and innovative approaches to the teaching of specific discipline.
3. All instructors must meet the appropriate credentialing requirements for the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Preferred

• A Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution in the teaching discipline
• Two to five years teaching experience in a post-secondary institution

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Instructing assigned classes; grading all quizzes, tests, and written assignments;
2. Assigning final grades and delivering grades and grade justification sheets;
3. Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students;
4. Maintaining a safe and effective classroom environment;
5. Participating in department, division, and general adjunct faculty meetings;
6. Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires an ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and to present oral lectures/demonstrations, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. Some lifting of computer and electronic equipment may be required. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

CLASSIFICATION & COMPENSATION

Adjunct Supervisory No FLSA Exempt Yes Employment Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Compensation and Application Deadline Credit rate $690.00 - $775.00 | Open until filled | Commensurate with Degree/Experience Level

ABOUT IRSC

Indian River State College serves Florida's Treasure Coast as the four-county region’s premier provider of post-secondary education. A comprehensive public institution, IRSC offers short-term career training, two-year Associate Degrees and Bachelor's Degree programs. The College’s combination of quality, affordability and convenience attracts more than 30,000 students annually. Every aspect of IRSC is focused on helping students succeed. We appreciate your interest in IRSC and thank you for considering IRSC as your career choice.

EEO/Equal Access Policy

Indian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.