Adjunct, Aerospace

Polk State College•Airside East, FL

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the campus Dean of Workforce, the adjunct faculty member is an important part of our academic community. The primary role of this position is to provide college-level instruction and academic-related activities designed to encourage, support, and enable student success. Working closely with the Department Coordinator/Program Director, adjuncts are issued a part-time, temporary term-to-term assignment.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of the subject area(s) in which the individual is responsible for instruction.
Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and of effective instruction.
Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics and challenges of community college students.
Knowledge and understanding of principles of curriculum development.
Master’s degree or higher in Aerospace or related field from a regionally accredited college or university. or Master’s degree or higher with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Aerospace or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
Alternative Credential: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or related field plus 2 years of verifiable, successful work experience in the field. or Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of verifiable, successful work experience in the field.
Must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.
Must be able to provide documentation for Veteran's Preference if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Industry Certification: FAA/industry certification relevant to the subject is preferred.
Teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach courses in accordance with college and departmental policies and procedures, as well as Basic Course Information sheets.
Prepare and submit timely grade reports and other reports on student performance as may be scheduled or required.
Organize class activities and assignments, relating them to the overall learning outcomes of the course.
Provide input and work with other faculty and staff to review, produce and/or select course-related materials.