Adjunct Instructor, Economics

Palm Beach State College • Lake Worth, TX

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About The Position

The Adjunct Instructor, Economics teaches college students using educational theories and techniques; develops discipline-related curricula; assesses student learning; participates in program evaluation and college activities; and maintains college and department standards in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan. The work schedule varies according to the teaching assignment, and the instructor must be able to work a fluctuating schedule that includes evenings and weekends.

The role also includes administrative and program-support activities, such as developing and maintaining procedures and policy manuals, analyzing class and program needs, recommending course retention or deletion, coordinating schedules and faculty assignments, assisting students, and participating in curriculum, program, course-review, and articulation activities. Adjunct positions are filled on an as-needed basis according to departmental and instructional needs.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Economics, or a master’s degree plus 18 graduate semester hours in Economics.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
• Ability to use Canvas Learning Management System and other instructional technologies.
• Ability to interact positively with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to work a fluctuating schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
• Applicants must attach an official transcript, a college-stamped student copy, or a non-web-based unofficial transcript; web-based student-system transcripts are not accepted.
• U.S. degrees must be from an institution accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Foreign degrees must be validated by a NACES-member organization, with an evaluation report attached before the application closing date.

Responsibilities

• Teach college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques.
• Develop discipline-related curricula and assess student learning.
• Participate in program evaluation and college activities.
• Maintain college and department standards in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan.
• Develop, maintain, interpret, and execute administrative procedures and practices, including manuals on College policies, procedures, rules, and standards.
• Analyze class and program needs and determine and recommend the retention or deletion of courses.
• Develop and coordinate program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates; maintain and adjust calendars as needed.
• Assist students and participate in program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level