Information Technology Instructor (PHD) - Adjunct

Everglades-University; Kendall (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Everglades University seeks an adjunct instructor to teach IT-related courses at the Kendall, FL campus. The role focuses on delivering course content, maintaining accurate attendance and records, and supporting student success.

The candidate should hold a PhD in IT/IS/CS with 3+ years of professional experience and be prepared to review tests and manage grading while adhering to university policies. Availability for advising and class preparation is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Information Technology, Information Systems or Computer Science.
• 3+ years of professional experience preferred with teaching or training background.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly feedback meetings with EU administrators.
• Maintain accurate attendance and daily/weekly records.
• Call students who have been absent and monitor student progress.
• Review and administer pre- and post-testing in courses.
• Present surveys and assessments and submit grades by deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and maintain accurate syllabi.
• Deliver classes on schedule and be available for student questions before sessions.
• Maintain orderly classrooms and motivate students to engage with course material.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication

Student advising

Education

PhD in IT/IS/CS

Job description

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

Requirements:

• 3-5+ years of professional experience
• PHD in Information Technology, Information Systems or Computer Science is required

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