Adjunct Instructor, Economics

The Foundation for Palm Beach State College

. Instruct college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques .

Posted 10/28/2026part-timeLake Worth • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in curriculum development and student assessment while effectively utilizing instructional technologies such as Canvas Learning Management System. Engages positively with diverse populations and maintains compliance with educational standards and administrative procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In EconomicsCurriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentCanvas Learning Management SystemMicrosoft Office Professional

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentProgram EvaluationAdministrative ProceduresClass Needs AnalysisCourse SchedulingFaculty AssignmentsTest Date CoordinationManual DevelopmentPolicy Interpretation

Soft Skills

Positive InteractionDiversity AwarenessAdaptabilityCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Canvas Learning Management SystemMicrosoft Office ProfessionalInstructional Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Official TranscriptsAccredited Institution RecognitionNACES Validation

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationCollege StandardsStrategic PlanningProgram CurriculumStudent Retention

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Instruct college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques
Develop discipline-related curricula
Assess student learning
Participate in program evaluation and college activities
Maintain college and department standards in support of the College's mission and strategic plan
Develop, maintain, interpret, and execute administrative procedures and practices
Develop and maintain manuals regarding College policies, procedures, rules, and standards
Analyze class and program needs
Determine and recommend retention or deletion of courses
Develop and coordinate program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates
Maintain calendars to track schedules and adjust them as required
Assist students with program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Economics or Master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Economics
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
Ability to utilize Canvas Learning Management System and other instructional technologies
Ability to interact positively with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
Ability to work a fluctuating schedule including evenings and weekends
Official transcripts, college-stamped student copies, or non-web-based unofficial transcripts must be attached to the application
U.S. degrees must be from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation
Foreign degrees must be validated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member organization
Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time employment
Work schedule varies according to teaching assignment
Opportunity to work with professionals from across the U.S. and abroad
Background check/drug screen may be required based on position requirements