Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor - Student-Centered

usasaeedu; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

SAE is seeking a part-time Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor to teach General Education and program courses onsite. You will apply a Student-Centered Active Education model, support advising, curriculum development, and campus events, and maintain records and eligibility.

The role emphasizes maintaining learning environments, preparing lessons, and collaborating with campus staff. Experience with Canvas LMS and Excel is valued.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 semester credits or 24 quarter credits in the course area to teach.
• Bachelor’s degree required for Diploma/Associate programs, with credential if not in field.
• Minimum of 4 years of industry experience since degree.
• Temporary exception possible for non-bachelor with extensive work experience, with progress toward degree.
• Familiarity with Canvas LMS is desirable.
• Experience with learner-centered, active, problem-based and project-based learning methods is desirable.
• Advanced skills in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes as assigned in accordance with SAE policies.
• Deliver instruction aligned with the Student-Centered Active Education model.
• Establish a learning environment conducive to student engagement.
• Participate in academic advising, curriculum development, and campus events as requested.
• Maintain attendance, submit grades, and enforce SAE policies on time.
• Plan and prepare for classes and learning activities to meet outcomes.
• Advise and support absent or high-risk students and document activities.
• Complete faculty development annually to improve instruction and support diverse learners.
• Maintain instructor eligibility per regulations.
• For full-time instructors, supervise makeup sessions, provide tutoring and advise student clubs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Canvas LMS

Learner-centered teaching

Active learning

Project-based teaching

Google Sheets

Microsoft Excel

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Science or related field

18 semester credits or 24 quarter credits in area of teaching

Bachelor's degree for Diploma/Associate programs

4 years of industry experience since degree

Tools

Canvas LMS

Google Sheets

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SAE is seeking a part-time Environmental Science Adjunct Instructor to teach General Education and program courses onsite. You will apply a Student-Centered Active Education model, support advising, curriculum development, and campus events, and maintain records and eligibility.

The role emphasizes maintaining learning environments, preparing lessons, and collaborating with campus staff. Experience with Canvas LMS and Excel is valued.