| Location | Key West, FL |
| Salary | $543–$727 |
Adjunct Faculty, Exceptional Student Education
Salary
$543.00 - $727.00 Hourly
Location
5901 College Road Key West, FL
Job Type
Adjunct Credit
Job Number
1624
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
Nursing, Arts, Sciences, and Hospitality
Opening Date
08/10/2026
Description
The Adjunct Faculty, Exceptional Student Education position is a part-time faculty position. This position is an instructional position with duties and responsibilities that are established in accordance with State Board of Education Rules and Board of Trustees policies. Teaching assignments may include various general education, exceptional student education, early childhood education, education foundation, reading, or teaching English to speakers of other languages courses. Hours will vary according to class schedules. This position maintains a work week relative to the number of credit hours assigned and reports to the Director of Nursing, Arts, Sciences and Hospitality. All instructors are responsible for utilizing the College's learning management system, as all College courses are, at a minimum, technology-enhanced.
Examples of Duties
Plans, organizes, and instructs assigned courses to promote student success.
Maintains required office hours to provide assistance to students and communication with administration.
Responsible for evaluating student learning and objective achievement and providing feedback.
Selects appropriate materials and equipment for discipline or program use and ensures proper care and safety in their use.
Adheres to and enforces the administrative policies and procedures of the College.
Works with other Faculty to evaluate and revise existing courses and to develop new courses.
Assists in implementing College policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the College Mission Statement.
Responsible for keeping current in the discipline or program areas taught.
Attends College-wide academic and staff meetings and academic official functions as appropriate.
Maintains good relationships with community agencies and groups and participates as appropriate.
Attends Graduation/Commencement is encouraged.
Additional duties as assigned.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.)
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of College mission, policies, procedures, and services.
Proficient in the use of technology; prior knowledge with Canvas LMS is preferred.
Education and Qualifications:
One (1) year teaching experience at the community college level or higher, preferred.
Three (3) years' experience working in exceptional student education in prekindergarten through grade 12, preferred.
Training in clinical supervision, required.
One of the following is preferred:
Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Special Education or Exceptional Student Education.
Doctorate in Education with a concentration in Special Education or Exceptional Student Education.
Doctorate in Special Education or Exceptional Student Education.
Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction, Education, or Early Childhood Education with 18 graduate credits in Special Education or Exceptional Student Education.
(A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications)
Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:
ESE Professional Certificate, preferred
Physical Skills:
None
Supplemental Information
Online instructors must reside in the state of Florida or have the ability to perform their work within the State of Florida.
This is a part-time teaching assignment. Adjunct Instructors earn $543 - $727 per credit hour, based on degree level. Consult the annual Salary Schedule for additional information.
Supplemental Information
Please submit all materials online. Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at hr@cfk.edu or (305) 809-3118 if you need assistance.
Employment Consideration Requirement: Completed CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment).
Please note: Transcripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit https://www.naces.org/ or https://aice-eval.org/ for more information.
E-Verify Notice of Participation: This employer participates in E-Verify. If you accept an offer of employment, this employer will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information, please visit E-Verify.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: The College of the Florida Keys does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Director, Student Success Services, (305) 809-3262 or nicole.gerrard@cfk.edu
Mailing Address: The College of the Florida Keys, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL 33040
State Complaint Process: Federal regulations and State laws require that public colleges in the Florida College System have processes for students, employees, and applicants to file complaints against any respective college. In almost every situation, the college's process for resolving complaints must be followed first. Before contacting the State Division of Florida Colleges, please read CFK's policies and procedures for filing complaints. For more information on filing a complaint with the State Division of Florida Colleges, please visit the FCS Concerns and Complaints Process.
Adjunct Instructors are eligible to receive the CFK Employee Scholarship; may participate in the Colleges 403(b) plan; and are eligible to join the Association of Florida Colleges.
Employer The College of the Florida Keys
Address 5901 College Road
Key West, Florida, 33040
Phone 305-809-3118
305-809-3179
Website https://cfk.edu/