A Dean of Academic Affairs oversees academic programs at a college or university, at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Makes decisions and recommendations to institutional leadership regarding academic course schedules, faculty, and space allocation; oversees budgeting for academic departments.
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Job Summary TITLE:
Adjunct (Faculty) Engineering
LENGTH OF APPOINTMENT
One Term
PAY RATE
: Pay scale varies dependent upon level of education/degree.
CLASSIFICATION
Instructional
SUPERVISORS
Dean, Associate Dean, Program Manager Dynamic and Engaging Opportunity Awaits You! Are you ready to inspire, lead, and make a difference? Step into the vibrant world of academia as an Adjunct Instructor at Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC)-where innovation drives learning and passion fuels purpose! At LSSC, our Adjunct Instructors don't just teach-they energize the classroom through engaging lectures, thought-provoking discussions, and immersive, hands-on learning experiences that empower our broad range of students with varied goals and perspectives. Join us in shaping the future of our students by fostering a supportive and welcoming learning environment grounded in LSSC's core values of Communication, Collaboration, Care, and Celebrate! Lake-Sumter State College assures civil rights for its students, employees, visitors, and contractors. LSSC prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or genetic information in any of its programs, activities, employment, and contracts. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Plan and carry out instructional duties, which maximize learning by students. Supervise students in accordance with program procedures, academic, and course related concerns. Teach assigned courses in accordance with course descriptions. Assist with registration and/or recruitment when requested. Syllabus must be submitted to dean's office prior to or during the first week classes begin. Furnish each student with a course syllabus, which follows the prescribed format, including evaluation procedures, withdrawal procedures, class attendance, and other policies consistent with college procedures. and office phone and e-mail access. Attend all scheduled or called meetings by the President or Vice President of Academic Affairs, Deans, LSSC supervisor, unless excused by the administrator in charge. Teach all classes for the full period as scheduled. Evaluate student progress and achievement with clear methods presented on course syllabus. Utilize evaluation results for planning, instruction, counseling, and program modification. Keep accurate and up-to-date records. Submit grade reports and other required data on or before deadline dates. Resolve discipline problems within sphere of responsibility. Assist and counsel students as needed. Utilize material and equipment necessary to accomplish designated tasks. Demonstrate knowledge of current instructional developments. Regularly examine content of assigned courses and recommend changes to LSSC supervisor if needed. Complies with appropriate administrative rules/regulations and Board Policy. Participate in an annual evaluation process as specified by the Vice President of Academic Affairs. Maintain continuity of communication with students, community, faculty, staff, and supervisors through timely replies to meeting, phone, mail, and email requests. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Adhere to all workplace safety rules, safety laws, regulations, standards and practices. Ability to work various hours including nights, early morning and weekends. Ability to travel amongst various campuses and attend College events, or off campus, as required. Minimum Qualifications & Education Required Bachelor's Degree Preferred Master's Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in teaching discipline, or relevant industry experience for alternate credentialing in workforce programs. Educational Credentials (Foreign Degrees) Applicants with foreign transcripts earned outside the United States must submit an evaluation from a credentialing evaluation service recognized by a U.S.-based accrediting body (such as NACES or AICE) to verify that the education/degree meets the minimum requirements for the position. Official transcripts, along with certified English translations if applicable, must be provided within 30 days of hire as a condition of employment.
