Construction Management Instructor (PhD) - Adjunct (On-site)

Everglades University; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Everglades University is seeking adjunct instructors to deliver high-quality instruction while maintaining classroom standards. Candidates must hold a PhD in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related fields, and have 4+ years of practical experience in the Construction industry. Responsibilities include maintaining attendance, grading, conducting feedback sessions, and ensuring compliance with university policies. This is an onsite position located in Florida.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of proven experience in the Construction Industry.
• Must possess a PhD in a relevant field.
• Ability to manage student attendance and grades effectively.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly feedback meetings to discuss student issues.
• Maintain accurate attendance and grading.
• Conduct classes according to schedule and ensure student engagement.

Skills

Practical experience in Construction Industry

Effective communication skills

Classroom management

Knowledge of LEED

Education

PhD in Construction Management or related field

Job description

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

Position Requirements

• This is an onsite teaching position
• 4+ years of proven practical experience in the Construction Industry such as but not limited to: Construction Management, Project Management (Construction Management), Project Delivery Methods, Scheduling and Planning, Commercial Construction, LEED, or directly related field.
• Required: PhD (Terminal Degree) in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Engineering, and or closely related field.

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