Adjunct Faculty

Job Summary Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All Faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Assignments will include teaching, at both undergraduate and/or graduate levels, as applicable. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region. Additional duties may be assigned by supervisor. Job Description Typical duties include but not limited to: Plans and teaches in assigned course(s). Prepare syllabi, instruction materials; coordinate lectures and tests. Provide professional mentoring to students. Using the Canvas teaching platform to manage courses. Contribute to course and/or curriculum development, if applicable Function as an effective, active, and collegial team member. Other Duties: Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Additional Job Description Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent accreditation in English; or Master’s degree in a related area with 18 hours of coursework in English at the graduate level with a minimum of one full year teaching experience at the university level. Interest in teaching Composition I and II. Experience participating in an innovative English program and general education program. High level of professionalism and strong commitment to students required Preferred Qualifications: Three years of teaching experience at the university level. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment. Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks. Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies. Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment. Present a professional image in word, action and attire. Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals. Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement. Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to: Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas. Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables. Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals. FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr