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.
: The pay scale varies depending on the 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 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. Furnish each student with a course syllabus listing performance objectives, course expectations, grading procedures, withdrawal procedures, class attendance policies, and office phone and e-mail access. Attend all scheduled or called meetings by the President or Vice President of Academic Affairs, 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 the course syllabus. Utilizes 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 the deadline dates. Resolve discipline problems within the sphere of responsibility. Assist and counsel students as needed. Utilize the material and equipment necessary to accomplish designated tasks. Demonstrate knowledge of current instructional developments. Regularly examines assigned course content and recommends changes to the LSSC supervisor as needed. Comply with appropriate administrative rules/regulations and Board Policy. Participate in an annual evaluation process as the Vice President of Academic Affairs specified. Maintain continuity of communication with students, community, faculty, staff, and supervisors by responding promptly to meetings, 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 mornings, and weekends. Ability to travel amongst various campuses and attend College events, on or off-campus, as required.
Minimum Qualifications & Education Required :
A master's degree in the teaching discipline or a master's degree in another field with at least 18 graduate-level semester hours in the teaching discipline.
