Alternative Medicine Instructor - Adjunct

Everglades University; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Everglades University seeks adjunct instructors in Tampa to deliver high‑quality instruction and support classroom and student needs across in‑person, online and clinical settings.

Candidates should hold a Master’s degree or higher in Alternative Medicine, Integrative Health, or a related field (doctoral preferred) with applicable certifications, strong communication skills, and experience with LMS and inclusive teaching.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Alternative Medicine, Integrative Health, Naturopathy, or a closely related field.
• Recognized certification or licensure in one or more alternative medicine modalities (e.g., naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, herbalism, Ayurveda).
• Prior teaching or clinical training experience, preferably at the postsecondary level.
• In-depth understanding of holistic health principles, complementary therapies, and evidence-based practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging instruction in classroom, online and/or clinical settings.
• Commitment to integrating conventional and alternative health perspectives in the curriculum.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and learning management system (LMS).
• Dedication to fostering a culturally competent and inclusive learning environment.
• Willingness to participate in curriculum development, student assessment, and professional development.
• Flexibility to teach day or evening.

Responsibilities

• Attend a weekly feedback meeting with assigned EU administrator to review student and classroom issues.
• Maintain accurate attendance (daily and weekly).
• Make phone calls to students who have been absent.
• Review and administer pre- and post-testing in all appropriate courses.
• Administer required surveys and assessments in all appropriate courses.
• Notify registrar of changes in roster.
• Prevent 'do not admit' students from entering class until cleared.
• Maintain an accurate and fair grading scheme for each student.
• Adhere to all University policies, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain formal, neat, legible, accurate, and organized course syllabi.
• Update attendance daily and grades weekly; ensure any physical student records of attendance and grades remain on campus in the designated area.
• Conduct class according to scheduled times.
• Prevent excessive breaks.
• Avoid dismissing classes early.
• Arrive at the University 20 minutes before the start of class fully prepared for each session.
• Be available to students 15 minutes prior to the beginning of class session for questions and advising.
• Submit grades no later than Monday 5pm EST following the end of each term.
• Ensure that students adhere to University Policy.
• Attend, if possible, graduation ceremonies.
• Maintain classrooms in a clean and orderly manner.
• Motivate, encourage, and assist students with academic issues and class attendance.
• Maintain current and accurate information related to the subjects taught.
• Complete annual professional development plans.
• Tutor students as necessary.
• Abide by all State, Federal, and/or University laws and rules pertaining to safety, health, and conduct.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Engaging instruction across formats

Integrating conventional and alternate

LMS proficiency

Cultural competence

Curriculum development & assessment

Day/evening teaching flexibility

Education

Master's degree or higher in Alternative Medicine / Integrative Health / Naturopathy

Doctoral degree preferred

Certification/licensure in one or more modalities

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Adjunct instructors are primarily responsible for instruction and classroom/student maintenance.

Position Requirements

• Master's Degree or higher in Alternative Medicine, Integrative Health, Naturopathy, or a closely related field (Doctoral degree preferred)
• Recognized certification or licensure in one or more alternative medicine modalities (e.g., naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, herbalism, Ayurveda, etc.)
• Prior teaching or clinical training experience, preferably at the postsecondary level
• In-depth understanding of holistic health principles, complementary therapies, and evidence-based practices
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to design and deliver engaging instruction in classroom, online and/or clinical settings
• Commitment to integrating conventional and alternative health perspectives in the curriculum
• Proficiency with instructional technology and learning management system (LMS)
• Dedication to fostering a culturally competent and inclusive learning environment
• Willingness to participate in curriculum development, student assessment, and professional development
• Flexibility to teach day or evening

Responsibilities

• Attend a weekly feedback meeting with assigned EU administrator (Dean of Academic Affairs, Academic Advisor, or Program Director) to review student and classroom issues
• Maintain accurate attendance (daily and weekly)
• Make phone calls to students who have been absent
• Review and administer pre- and post-testing in all appropriate courses
• Administer required surveys and assessments in all appropriate courses
• Notify registrar of changes in roster
• Prevent "do not admit" students from entering class until cleared
• Maintain an accurate and fair grading scheme for each student
• Adhere to all University policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintain formal, neat, legible, accurate, and organized course syllabi
• Update attendance daily and grades weekly; ensure any physical student records of attendance and grades remain on campus in the designated area
• Conduct class according to scheduled times
• Prevent excessive breaks
• Avoid dismissing classes early
• Arrive at the University 20 minutes before the start of class fully prepared for each session
• Be available to students 15 minutes prior to the beginning of class session for questions and advising
• Submit grades no later than Monday 5pm EST following the end of each term
• Ensure that students adhere to University Policy
• Attend, if possible, graduation ceremonies
• Maintain classrooms in a clean and orderly manner
• Motivate, encourage, and assist students with academic issues and class attendance
• Maintain current and accurate information related to the subjects taught
• Complete annual professional development plans
• Tutor students as necessary
• Abide by all State, Federal, and/or University laws and rules pertaining to safety, health, and conduct