Environmental Science - Adjunct Instructor

SAE Institute; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

SAE Institute seeks an Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor to facilitate student learning toward course outcomes and support campus activities. The role covers updating materials, maintaining quality standards, and engaging students with SAE’s curriculum and policies.

The position is part-time with ongoing contract renewal, requiring commitment to classroom instruction, advising, and collaboration with the academic team.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate Degree with 3 years related experience; 50% of courses taught by grads.
• Bachelor degree courses require a master’s degree and 3 years related experience.
• Expert knowledge of subject matter; excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines; strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office; ability to post attendance and grades timely.

Responsibilities

• Provide education aligned with SAE curricula and delivery.
• Establish learning environment conducive to student involvement.
• Maintain Canvas LMS content and post grades timely.
• Post attendance within one hour; final grades within 48 hours.
• Advise students at risk and coordinate with staff.
• Comply with SAE policies and procedures.
• Participate in campus events and meetings.

Skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Independent work

Office software

Education

Diploma or Associate Degree

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Environmental Science - Adjunct Instructor

Reporting to the Director of Education or Program Chair, facilitate student learning toward the achievement of course and program learning outcomes. Teach, inspire, motivate, guide, support, and help students in courses and program. Continually improve instructional and professional skills. Update materials in support of SAE courses. Set high expectations for quality of work and raise the bar each time the course runs. Ensure that each student completes coursework that achieves the goal of the class and is done with quality and attention to detail. Comply fully with all policies, practices, and procedures of SAE Institute as outlined in the faculty handbook, catalog, procedures manuals, and faculty assignment agreement. This is a Part-Time Adjunct Instructor position with an on going contract renewal as needed.

Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide education that aligns with the SAE model of curricula and delivery
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement
• Contribute to a learning culture by participating in academic advising, serving on curriculum committees, supporting campus events such as new student orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and collegiate meetings
• Manage the learning environment by keeping accurate records and enforcing college policies and procedures
• Post attendance within one hour of the end of class, assignment grades within one week of submission, and final grades within 48 hours of the end of the course
• Develop instructional plans to meet course competencies and develop course activities that support lesson objectives
• Effectively plan and prepare for classes and student success
• Contact and advise students who are at risk for attendance and/or academics to help provide support, and coordinate with Academics staff to effectively manage at-risk students
• Maintain, update, manage, and ensure accuracy of content on Learning Management System (Canvas) for all assigned courses
• Use the Learning Management System (Canvas) to effectively engage and communicate with students to supplement and support course and program learning outcomes
• Maintain instructor eligibility according to applicable federal, state, and accrediting regulations
• Abide by all SAE policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor - Key Relationships:

• I. Director of Education and Campus Director
• II. Department of Academic and Student Services Team
• III. Campus staff
• IV. Students

Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor Key Result Areas:

4-8 objectives with associated activities and KPIs (which can then align with the performance plan) that the incumbent is accountable for.

Objective:

• Effectively plan and prepare for classes and student success
• Follow standard course syllabi for successful student outcomes.
• Utilize available teaching technologies

Major Activities:

• Provide syllabi enrichment by developing course materials, and utilizing participatory and innovative teaching-learning methodologies utilizing SAE approved curriculum.
• Utilize successful teaching learning methodologies to enhance learning and engage learners.
• Create and follow annual faculty development plan
• Implement teaching technologies, including Canvas, to improve student engagement

Key Performance Indicators:

• Classroom Observations meet or exceed expectations
• Complete one professional growth development activity and one in service development activity annually
• Student engagement, as measure by Canvas usage
• Update Canvas grade book within 48 hours after assessment posted

Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor Qualifications:

Education:

• Diploma or Associate Degree courses: Faculty teaching courses other than general education shall hold a bachelor's degree at a minimum and shall be assigned based on their major and minor academic preparation and three years of related experience. At least 50% of the courses, including core courses, shall be taught by faculty members holding graduate degrees, professional degrees such as J.D. or M.D. or a bachelor's degree plus professional certification. Appropriate certifications for Audio Technology faculty are ProTools or Logic.
• Bachelor Degree Courses: Faculty teaching bachelor degree courses shall hold a master's degree at a minimum and shall be assigned based on their major and minor academic preparation and three years of related experience.
• Expert knowledge of subject matter taught in specific courses
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to foster a cooperative atmosphere in a diverse community
• Demonstrated time management and critical thinking skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines
• Ability to work independently/without constant supervision and to follow instructions
• Knowledge of common office software (e.g: Microsoft Office Suite) with the ability to complete administrative functions such as posting attendance and grades in a timely and accurate manner

Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor Additional Information:

Sitting and standing for long periods. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper. Occasional lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds such as files, stacks of paper, equipment, and other materials. Moving from place to place within the organization. Minimal reaching for items above or below desk level. Strength, dexterity, coordination and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.