Adjunct Faculty - Biology- Part Time

ADJUNCT FACULTY - BIOLOGY, PART-TIME

HAROLD WASHINGTON COLLEGE

CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO

Harold Washington College is currently seeking a part-time faculty to teach Biology. Applicants who have experience working with diverse student population and can create an inclusive climate are ideal for this position. If you have demonstrated success in the classroom by developing and using effective teaching strategies that engage the students in critical thinking and problem-solving, you are encouraged to apply for this position.

Harold Washington College is proud to be a member of the Caring Campus network. Caring Campus is a model of professional development that works to implement strong and consistent behavioral commitments for all employees in regard to how they interact with students. As a result of this work, employees become engaged with students on a level that has not occurred before. The core benefit of this work is making a connection with students, many of whom have not had an adult who has cared about them in an educational system.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• You must demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process and the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed.
• Design courses to meet learning outcomes, and promote students’ active participation in their own learning.
• You are required to post your syllabi on Bright Space, return all graded assessments to the students promptly and to enter your midterm and final grades online on time.
• Create an effective learning environment that fosters students’ intellectual curiosity and helps students to problem solve using discipline-specific thinking strategies. Encourage students with research possibilities.
• Maintain office hours so you are available to the students outside classroom hours and meet with other faculty members and department chair when necessary.
• Contribute to and provide leadership in the student’s academic and professional communities and promote collaboration and teamwork among members of these communities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral or master’s degree in biology, Medical Sciences, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Zoology, Animal Sciences, Environmental Biology, Genetics, Anatomy and Physiology, or an MD degree.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.
• Excellent Oral and written communication skills preferred.
• We prefer candidates with knowledge of Bright Space Learning Management System.

To Apply:

• A cover letter specifying which discipline you are applying for.
• A copy of your current resume or curriculum vitae.
• A statement of your teaching philosophy.
• A legible copy of your college transcripts (Unofficial transcripts initially accepted; official transcripts must be provided at time of hire.)
• Two letters of recommendation.

Salary Range: $800 - $943/contact hour

The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale.

Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Thank you for your interest in CCC!