Foreign Language, Adjunct Faculty

Florida Gulf Coast University
United States, Florida, Fort Myers
10501 FGCU Boulevard South (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024
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 1000- and 2000-level courses in the target language. Adjunct instructors in Foreign Language instruct students, participate in appropriate curricular and co-curricular assignments and functions, and perform the necessary administrative obligations. 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 in target language from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation. 18 graduate credit hours in target language. One full year of teaching experience at the college level or five years at the secondary level. 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.