Construction Management Law Instructor - Adjunct

Everglades University; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Everglades University seeks Adjunct Instructors responsible for instruction and maintaining classroom/student standards. Candidates should have a Juris Doctorate and 2-4 years of practical experience in the Constructional Field, along with knowledge of legal procedures and construction documents.

The role involves attending weekly feedback meetings, maintaining accurate attendance, submitting grades punctually, and providing academic support to students. Ideal instructors must comply with all university policies while fostering a productive learning environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of practical experience in the Constructional Field.
• Experience working with construction documents and contracts is preferred.
• Required Degree: Juris Doctorate plus relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly feedback meetings with assigned EU administrator.
• Maintain accurate attendance and grade records.
• Administer pre- and post-testing in all courses.
• Tutor students as necessary and motivate them academically.
• Ensure student adherence to University policy.

Skills

Practical experience in the Constructional Field

Experience with construction documents

Legal procedures with land-usage

Regulatory guidance

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

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

Position Requirements

• Required: 2-4 years of practical experience in the Constructional Field. Experience working with construction documents, construction contracts, legal procedures with land-usage and regulatory guidance is preferred.
• Required Degree: Juris Doctorate plus experience

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