Adjunct Instructor, History

Palm Beach State College • Boca Raton, FL

3d

About The Position

The Adjunct Instructor, History instructs college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques. The role 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 instructor may develop, maintain, interpret, and execute administrative procedures and practices, including manuals about College policies, procedures, rules, and standards. The role analyzes class and program needs, recommends course retention or deletion, and develops and coordinates program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates. It also assists students and supports curriculum and program and course reviews, as well as articulation activities.

The work schedule varies according to the teaching assignment and may fluctuate to include evenings and weekends. Adjunct positions are filled on an as-needed basis according to departmental and instructional needs.

Requirements

• Master's degree in History, or a master's degree with 18 graduate credit hours in History.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
• Ability to utilize Canvas Learning Management System and other instructional technologies.
• Ability to interact positively with diverse populations and students, faculty, staff, and members of the public with varying education levels.
• Ability to work a fluctuating schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
• Attach official transcripts, college-stamped student copies, or non-web-based unofficial transcripts to the application; web-based student-system transcripts are not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Instruct 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 whether courses should be retained or deleted.
• Develop and coordinate program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates; maintain and adjust calendars as necessary.
• Assist students and support program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time