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.
03/05/2026 Job Summary Dynamic and Engaging Opportunity Awaits You! Are you ready to bring your expertise to life in the vibrant world of academia? 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 student body through dynamic lectures, interactive discussions, and hands-on experiences. Join us in shaping the future of our students by fostering a supportive learning environment based on LSSC's core values of Communication, Collaboration, Care and Celebrate! The passion for your expertise is the catalyst to a dynamic educational journey for our students and their future success. Essential Duties & Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Plan and carry out instructional duties that 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 the dean's office prior to or during the first week classes begin. Ensure that each student receives a course syllabus detailing performance objectives, course expectations, grading procedures, withdrawal and attendance policies, and faculty office phone and email contact information. 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. Teaches 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 the 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 the content of assigned courses and recommend changes to the 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 meetings, phone calls, 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 mornings, and weekends Ability to travel amongst various campuses and attend College events, or off campus, as required.
Minimum Qualifications & Education Required:
Master's degree in the teaching discipline listed in this job description, with at least 18 graduate-level semester hours in the listed teaching discipline.
