Civic Engagement Instructor I - Integrated Studies

Florida Gulf Coast University; North Lake Village (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an Instructor I of Integrated Studies with a focus on Civic Engagement. The role involves a 4/4 undergraduate teaching load, primarily IDS 3300 Foundations of Civic Engagement, and participation in course/curriculum development.

The incumbent will engage in research and professional development, serve on committees, and contribute to teaching across modalities using the LMS and other campus technologies. Appointment begins August 2027.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an area related to civic engagement, interdisciplinary studies, or a connected field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Demonstrated potential for, or a record of, achievement in teaching undergraduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate courses in Foundations of Civic Engagement and related subjects.
• Prepare and deliver course content, including syllabi, lectures, instructional materials, assessments.
• Maintain office hours and ensure timely, professional communication with students and colleagues.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university meetings, and contribute to curriculum development.
• Utilize the university's learning management system and required campus-wide technologies.
• Complete all mandatory university trainings and comply with policies.
• Engage in ongoing self-assessment and professional development.
• Contribute to service at departmental, institutional, community, and professional levels.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Curriculum development

Digital learning platforms

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Critical thinking instruction

Education

Master's degree in related field

18 graduate credit hours in discipline

Proven undergraduate teaching potential

Job description

Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for an Instructor I of Integrated Studies with a focus on Civic Engagement. The role involves a 4/4 undergraduate teaching load, primarily IDS 3300 Foundations of Civic Engagement, and participation in course/curriculum development.

The incumbent will engage in research and professional development, serve on committees, and contribute to teaching across modalities using the LMS and other campus technologies. Appointment begins August 2027.