Adjunct Faculty - English/Communication

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Job Type: Part time Job Number: R2546 Location: Lakeland Adjunct Faculty - English/Communication JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Join Florida Polytechnic University - Florida's all-STEM public university and the #1 public college in the South - as a part-time adjunct instructor in English/Communication. In this role, you will engage high-achieving undergraduate math, science, and engineering majors in face-to-face classes, such as Composition 1 (ENC 1101) and Technical Writing (ENC 2210). JOB DESCRIPTION KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Face-to-face course development and delivery skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Teaching and industry experience preferred. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree from an accredited institution with at least 18 credit hours in the discipline. COMPENSATION: Starting salary will be commensurate with years of teaching or professional experience. APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: Positions are open until filled (or recruitment canceled). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. APPLICATION PROCESS: To apply, submit PDFs of the following documents through the Florida Polytechnic Careers Website: Letter of Application that addresses your teaching experience or philosophy. Curriculum Vitae Names and contact information of at least 3 professional references Unofficial copy of transcripts for the highest degree earned. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Transcripts issued outside of the United States require an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be submitted with the application. ABOUT FLORIDA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY Florida Polytechnic University, opened in 2014 as the state's STEM-focused public university, offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees with intentional industry connections. Dedicated to preparing students to make significant contributions and become leaders in STEM fields, Florida Poly integrates foundational STEM knowledge and skills with applied, project-based learning. The University prioritizes hands-on learning in small classes guided by world class faculty who serve as instructors, mentors, and researchers. Florida Poly's ultra-modern campus is located in Lakeland, along the I-4 High Tech Corridor between Tampa and Orlando. With no state income tax and a high standard of living, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work. Click here to explore Lakeland, Florida. ABOUT FLORIDA POLY: Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System. The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on economic development of the high-tech I-4 corridor. Dedicated to preparing students for the competitive STEM workforce, Florida Polytechnic University blends traditional subject matter mastery with problem solving and laboratory experiences to provide students with learning opportunities applicable to both the workplace and a career of lifelong learning. The University delivers its courses in small class sizes, emphasizes a positive student to faculty experience, and is dedicated to both its teaching and research mission. Lakeland, home to Florida Polytechnic University's ultra-modern campus, is located along the I-4 High Tech Corridor halfway between Tampa and Orlando. Our central Florida community combines small town comfort with big-city culture. Florida's High-Tech Corridor is home to 11,000 high-tech businesses, and Polk County alone has more than 600,000 residents, four universities and one state college. Lakeland is just a 45-minute drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, professional sports teams, and thriving performing art centers. With no income tax in Florida, and a high standard of living, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work. DIVERSITY STATEMENT: Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided. FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation. Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735. RETIREMENT Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click Here for more information. OTHER BENEFITS Discounts & Perks Annual Leave To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of ann

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