Adjunct Faculty, Anthropology-Venice
About The Position
An adjunct faculty member will be responsible for maintaining the highest academic standards in his/her particular discipline. The individual is expected to exercise professionalism in all activities related to the role of academician, including those concerned with the various duties assigned by the Department Chair, and any involvement with colleagues, peers, community and students. The position of an adjunct faculty member is temporary, and is contracted as needed. Adjunct employees are compensated at a rate of $2000 per 3 ILH. NOTE: Job descriptions and essential functions are subject to change due to advances in technology, utilization of workforce, and other factors which may impact the College’s need to modify position requirements.
Requirements
- Demonstrated teaching skills and subject knowledge, preferably at the community college level.
- Degree and credit hour requirements must be met in accordance with the criteria for accreditation of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- 18 graduate semester hours in Anthropology, plus master’s degree OR a doctorate or master’s in Anthropology.
- Must demonstrate effective use of instructional technology and be familiar with current office hardware and software.
- Must be able to effectively communicate with students, staff and the public.
Nice To Haves
- preferably at the community college level
Responsibilities
- Teaches all courses as assigned.
- Maintains attendance and punctuality.
- Maintains a professional appearance at all times.
- Prepares course syllabi (if not provided by the Department).
- Prepares instructional materials (if not provided by Department).
- Delivers course content in an effective manner to support student learning and meets the designated student learning outcomes.
- Participates in assessment.
- Meets all scheduled classes on the assigned day /time.
- Uses scheduled class time appropriately.
- Makes oneself available to students and college officials as needed.
- Demonstrates a professional attitude, philosophy, compassion and commitment that promotes student student growth and learning.
- Demonstrates commitment to the institutional mission, goals, and objectives.
- Adheres to College Rules and Procedures, which reflect updated Federal, state, and local legislation/regulations and College policy that governs the educational process.
- Maintains accurate student records for grading and attendance purposes, submitting attendance, grades, and other reports within college deadlines.
- During periods of planned absences, coordinates with the respective Department Chair or supervising academic administrator for qualified substitute instructors and provides instructional materials, protocols, and directions to ensure consistent and sequential classroom instruction.
- Promotes and maintains a healthy and safe educational and work environment, free from harassment and discrimination.
- Demonstrates professional growth and development by updating knowledge of subject matter and using effective teaching techniques.
- Develops, maintains and promotes a positive working environment among departmental faculty.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by the respective Department Chair or other supervising academic administrator.
Benefits
- low-cost State of Florida medical, dental, and vision insurance
- tuition scholarships for employees and eligible dependents
- paid life insurance
- employer contributions to the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- paid sick and/or vacation leave in accordance with College policy
- complimentary access to wellness activities
- a four-day work week during June and July for eligible 12-month employees working in the summer
- paid winter break and spring break
- on-campus Collegiate School for eligible dependents
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Career Level
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