"Adjunct Instructor - School of STEM-Transfer"

Adjunct Instructor - School of STEM-Transfer

Company: Mohawk Valley Community College

Job Location: Utica, New York

Category: Other Science Faculty

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Salary: Current adjunct rate

Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community's college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment.

The College is looking for exceptional colleagues. We seek candidates with: (1) an understanding of the college mission and teaching experience in a comprehensive community college; (2) a focus on student success in a learner-centered environment; and (3) a willingness to use technology to support learning in the academic setting, including on-line instruction and assessment of student learning outcomes.

MVCC's School of STEM-Transfer invites applications for part-time Adjunct Instructors. We are seeking Instructors to teach courses in the following disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Sciences, Engineering Science, Environmental Science, Geology, Information Sciences, Mathematics, and Physics.

Adjunct faculty members teach contracted classes in accordance with established policies and guidelines. Courses may be taught in traditional classroom settings, virtually, or a combination. This position may include both daytime and evening class assignments. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications and availability of the individual and the School needs.

Overview of Job Duties:

Facilitate classroom instruction; Teach assigned class in accordance with the learning objectives; Develop and maintain syllabus materials; Evaluate student performance; Maintain grades, enter midterm and final grades; Respond promptly to student inquiries; Maintain attendance records according to MVCC standards; Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process; Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using discretion, patience, and courtesy.

Successful candidates must reside in New York State and have the ability to work on campus as required.

Qualifications:

To view the minimum qualifications required to teach specific program courses within the School of STEM-Transfer, please visit: MVCC Adjunct Faculty Minimum Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants: In addition to the required application, all applicants should submit a cover letter describing their qualifications for the position and a detailed resume/CV. Please specify your area of expertise and preferred discipline(s). Official academic transcripts required upon hire.

Review Start Date: 6/9/2025

Mohawk Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. MVCC maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and global worldview. We value the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. We are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in a world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, different abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.