Adjunct Instructor, Introduction to the College Experience

The Foundation for Palm Beach State College

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

Posted 10/9/2026part-timeLake Worth • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in curriculum development, student assessment, and program evaluation while effectively utilizing instructional technologies and maintaining compliance with educational standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Degree In EducationCurriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentCanvas Learning Management SystemMicrosoft Office Professional

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentProgram EvaluationAdministrative ProceduresCourse SchedulingClass Needs AnalysisRetention RecommendationsManual DevelopmentEducational TheoriesInstructional Technologies

Soft Skills

Positive InteractionDiversity AwarenessAdaptabilityCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Canvas Learning Management SystemMicrosoft Office ProfessionalInstructional Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Official TranscriptsAccredited Institution DegreeNACES Validation

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationProgram CurriculumCollege PoliciesStudent LearningFaculty Assignments

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 supporting 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 and adjust calendars tracking schedules
Assist students with program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Education (any field), Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Family and Marriage Therapy, or Social Work
Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Education (any field), Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Family and Marriage Therapy, or Social Work
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 conferred by 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 NACES member organization, with an evaluation report attached before the application closing date
Must pass a drug test and criminal background investigation if required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Exposure to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad
Community of belonging, caring, and connection for students and employees
Background check/drug screen may be required based on position requirements
Employment contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation