Adjunct (Faculty) - Biology

Lake-Sumter State College • Leesburg, FL

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About The Position

Join our team as an Adjunct Instructor at Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) where innovation meets education in an environment pulsating with energy and excitement! LSSC Adjunct Instructors ignite the minds of our diverse student body through dynamic lectures, interactive discussions, and hands-on experiences. The passion for your expertise is the catalyst to a dynamic educational journey for our students and their future success.

Requirements

• Master's Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Biology, Environmental Science, Botany, Water Management, Zoology, Geology, Geospatial Science, or Agriculture/Agro-science.
• For Developmental Education Credit Courses: Bachelor's degree in teaching discipline or related area.

Responsibilities

• Plans and carries out instructional duties, which maximize learning by students.
• Supervises students in accordance with program procedures, academic, and course related concerns.
• Teaches assigned courses in accordance with department expectations.
• Assists with registration and/or recruitment when requested.
• Publishes complete syllabus to students by the first day classes begin.
• Attends all scheduled or called meetings by the President, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Deans, or LSSC supervisor, unless excused by the administrator in charge.
• Teaches all classes for the full period as scheduled.
• Evaluates student progress and achievement with clear methods presented on course syllabus.
• Keeps accurate and up-to-date records.
• Submits grade reports and other required data on or before deadline dates.
• Resolves discipline problems within sphere of responsibility.
• Assists and counsels students as needed.
• Utilizes material and technology necessary to accomplish designated tasks.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current instructional methods.
• Regularly examines content of assigned courses and recommends changes to LSSC supervisor if needed.
• Complies with appropriate administrative rules/regulations and Board Policy.
• Participates in an annual evaluation process as specified by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
• Maintains continuity of communication with students, community, faculty, staff, and supervisors through timely replies to meeting, phone, mail, and email requests.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Limited benefits for part-time employees who work at least 20 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree