Integrated Studies, Adjunct Faculty

Florida Gulf Coast University; North Lake Village (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

A state university in Florida seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach undergraduate Humanities courses. Responsibilities include preparing course materials, mentoring students, and using the Canvas platform for course management. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and teaching experience at the university level. FGCU is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse academic community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree mandatory for this adjunct position.
• Experience teaching at the university level preferred.
• Ability to engage and mentor students effectively.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate general education Humanities courses.
• Prepare syllabi and instructional materials.
• Mentor students and contribute to curriculum development.
• Mentor students.
• Use the Canvas teaching platform to manage courses.
• Contribute to course and/or curriculum development, if applicable.
• Functioning as an effective, active, and collegial team member.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Use of technology in teaching

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Canvas teaching platform

Job description

Job Summary

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All Adjunct Faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction, resulting in improved student learning; and committed to effective use of technology.

Teaching assignments will include undergraduate courses taught on the main campus, online, or at off-campus sites within our region.

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Teaching assigned undergraduate general education Humanities courses, upper-level interdisciplinary "Issues" courses (e.g., environment, science, technology, politics, etc.), and/or the program's service-learning and sustainability course, IDS 3300 Foundations of Civic Engagement.
• Planning and teaching the assigned course(s).
• Preparing syllabi and instructional materials; coordinating lectures and tests.
• Mentoring students.
• Using the Canvas teaching platform to manage courses.
• Contributing to course and/or curriculum development, if applicable.
• Functioning as an effective, active, and collegial team member.

Other duties:

• Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in relevant discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching at the university level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Promoting a common purpose consistent with stated University goals, and demonstrating a commitment to students and the learning environment.
• Possessing the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and having the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks.
• Demonstrating the ability to respond to supervision, guidance, and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
• Applying effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicating and collaborating with others to achieve goals.

Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectations

• Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas.
• Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
• Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.