Adjunct Physics

Indian River State College; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 950,544 - 1,067,640; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Florida is seeking an Adjunct Physics Instructor to inspire students in Physics and Astronomy courses. The role requires a Master's degree in the discipline and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include preparing coursework, grading, and maintaining office hours to assist students. Candidates with 2-5 years of teaching experience are preferred. Compensation ranges from $690.00 to $775.00 per course and applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Qualifications

• Masters degree from an accredited institution in the teaching discipline.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Teaching experience with ability to explain concepts practically.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and instruct classes, grading all coursework.
• Maintain office hours for student consultations.
• Participate in faculty meetings and fulfill other responsibilities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proven teaching skills

Ability to work with culturally diverse students

Computer literacy

Education

Masters degree in teaching discipline or 18 graduate hours

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Job Description

Inspire the next generation of students! Indian River State College is seeking passionate Adjunct Physics Instructors to join our academic team. In this role, you will teach Physics or Astronomy courses, bringing energy and expertise to the classroom to help students understand the fundamental principles and apply them to real‑world problems. Whether guiding learners through mechanics, electricity, or modern physics concepts, you’ll play a key role in building their confidence and curiosity in science.

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

Required:

• Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution in the specific teaching discipline, or a Masters degree with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate hours in the 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 respond to students from culturally diverse backgrounds and 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

Preferred:

• Two to five years teaching experience in a post‑secondary institution
• All instructors must meet the appropriate credentialing requirements for the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Specific Duties and 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

Classification: 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