Adjunct - Biology / Zoology

Job Description SummarySaint Leo University is currently seeking qualified candidates in the Saint Leo, Florida area to be cleared and added to our adjunct availability pool. Qualified applicants, transcripts, and materials will be reviewed and processed in preparation for assignment-based student enrollment needs for upcoming terms. Select adjuncts from the pool are contracted term-by-term based on course/section need and availability. Saint Leo University reserves the right to not schedule and/or cancel courses based on enrollment.Applications are processed upon the receipt of all official transcripts while the posting is active.Job DescriptionSpecial InstructionsRequired DocumentsIn addition to your curriculum vitae/resume, the following documents are required for consideration. Please be sure to check the email under which you applied for important instructions on completing remaining steps, including uploading documents in the second step of the application packet process as follows:Cover LetterTeaching Philosophy - (500 words or less), highlight how your teaching philosophy and practices fit the Mission and Values of Saint Leo University.Three (3) Names of References – Please list three names of recent professional references, including at least one recent supervisor. Be sure to include reference name, email and phone numbers. Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all adjuncts.All official transcripts must be requested from the universities and/or colleagues attended and/or certified transcript evaluations/translations from World Education Services (WES) to be sent to the attention of Veronica Mantegna by email to View email address on click.appcast.io or hardcopy to the following address:ATTN: VERONICA MANTEGNAACADEMIC AFFAIRS – MC 2006SAINT LEO UNIVERSITYPO BOX 6665SAINT LEO, FLORIDA 33574Instructors will be responsible for teaching within the Science discipline:BIO-311/BIO-311L - Invertebrate Zoology / LabBIO-312/BIO-312L - Vertebrate Zoology / LabAdjuncts are required and agree to:Teach assigned courses as contracted.Provide all necessary information and teach materials as provided on the course syllabus.Submit final grades within three (3) days after the end of the term.Deliver in a professional manner course content for any assigned course(s) as specified by the master syllabus and/or as directed by the appropriate academic school dean, director, or chair.Meet all scheduled class meetings for the assigned period.Be available to students before and after class for individual consultation.Cooperate in the dissemination of information to students.Abide by and uphold University policies and core values.Carry out instructor duties and responsibilities as provided on the website, handbook(s), and policies.REPORTING:Adjuncts are assigned to specific teaching locations and report to their location administrator as it pertains to daily operations as defined in the term-by-term contractual agreement, but ultimately have responsibility to their discipline specific department chair or director and/or school dean.Required/Minimum Qualification(s):A master’s degree and 18 graduate semester credit-hours in the discipline from a regionally accredited institution.Why Work at Saint Leo?What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and HolidaysComprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)Employer-provided life insuranceDiscounted On-Campus Dining Meal PlansNationwide Pet InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts403b Retirement PlanWellness CenterEligibility based on meeting required service period #J-18808-Ljbffr Saint Leo University