Adjunct (Faculty) - Political Science

Adjunct (Faculty) - Political Science

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Multi-Campus (2+), FL

Job Type

Part-time Faculty - Adjunct

Job Number

A1722L

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Academic Affairs

Opening Date

06/03/2026

Working Conditions

Regular Work Condition

Location and Supervisor

MC; Dean of Arts/Humanities/SBS

• Description
• Benefits

Job Summary

Dynamic and Engaging Opportunity Awaits You!

Are you ready to bring your expertise to life in the vibrant world of academia? Join our team as an Adjunct Instructor at Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC), where innovation meets education in an environment pulsating with energy and excitement! LSSC Adjunct Instructors ignite the minds of our student body through dynamic lectures, interactive discussions, and hands-on experiences.

Join us in shaping the future of our students by fostering a supportive learning environment based on LSSC's core values of Communication, Collaboration, Care, and Celebrate!

The passion for your expertise is the catalyst for a dynamic educational journey for our students and their future success.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan and carry out instructional duties that maximize learning by students.
• Supervise students in accordance with program procedures, academic, and course-related concerns.
• Teach assigned courses in accordance with course descriptions.
• Assist with registration and/or recruitment when requested.
• Syllabus must be submitted by designated date according to LSSC policy and Florida State Board Rule.
• Ensure that each student receives a course syllabus detailing performance objectives, course expectations, grading procedures, withdrawal and attendance policies, and faculty office phone and email contact information.
• Attend all scheduled or called meetings by the President or Vice President of Academic Affairs, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, Deans, LSSC supervisor, unless excused by the administrator in charge.
• Teach all classes for the full period as scheduled.
• Evaluate student progress and achievement with clear methods presented on course syllabus.
• Utilize evaluation results for planning, instruction, counseling, and program modification.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records.
• Submit grade reports and other required data on or before deadline dates.
• Resolve discipline problems within the sphere of responsibility.
• Assist and counsel students as needed.
• Utilize material and equipment necessary to accomplish designated tasks.
• Demonstrate knowledge of current instructional developments.
• Regularly examine the content of assigned courses and recommend changes to the LSSC supervisor if needed. Any additions, revisions, or supplemental materials incorporated into the course must be compliant with ADA accessibility standards and institutional accessibility requirements.
• Comply with appropriate administrative rules/regulations and Board Policy.
• Participate in an annual evaluation process as specified by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
• Maintain continuity of communication with students, community, faculty, staff, and supervisors through timely replies to meetings, phone calls, mail, and email requests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Adhere to all workplace safety rules, safety laws, regulations, standards, and practices
• Ability to work various hours, including nights, early mornings, and weekends
• Ability to travel amongst various campuses and attend College events, on or off campus, as required.

Minimum Qualifications & Education

Required:

Master's degree or higher in the teaching discipline listed in this job description, or a Master's degree or higher with at least 18 graduate-level semester hours in the listed teaching discipline.

Lake-Sumter State College provides limited benefits for part-time employees, not including student employees, who work at least 20 hours per week.

Employer Lake-Sumter State College

Address 9501 U.S. Hwy 441

Leesburg, Florida, 34788

Phone 352-787-3747

Website https://www.lssc.edu/jobs