Biology Instructor

of professionalism and academic standards. A full-time faculty member is expected to maintain high standards of professionalism and academic standards. At least 40 hours per week are to be spent in the following: direct instruction; preparation and evaluation of instruction; accessibility to students; committee assignments; advising and service to the college and community. Faculty may be assigned a teaching schedule that includes any college location and, at times, meets student, program, and college needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Successfully prepare, manage, and deliver course content in order to achieve course objectives, accommodate diverse learning styles, and meet student learning outcomes.
2. Actively engage students and provide prompt, objective, respectful, and effective feedback.
3. Update, communicate, and follow the course syllabus content in accordance with directions provided and administrative guidance.
4. Work collaboratively with the College's support services to identify and address the students' academic support needs.
5. Utilize College technology for the delivery of instruction and completion of operational processes; this includes but is not limited to the College's learning management system, email and calendaring solution, document management system(s), student information system, and employee portals.
6. Meet deadlines, including maintaining and submitting accurate class records, employee records/requests, and other assigned tasks.
7. When applicable, ensure laboratories are appropriately stocked with required supplies and that equipment is in safe operating order.
8. Support student mentoring, advising, registration, and recruitment efforts, as appropriate or required.
9. Participate in professional development opportunities (selected or assigned) in order to enhance and apply knowledge/skills within the discipline, to effectively utilize required course technology and College applications, and to maintain licensures (as applicable).
10. Facilitate a positive, student-centered, and professional environment among students, faculty, and staff.
11. Participate in College meetings, events, and committees as appropriate or required.
12. Attend and participate in the annual graduation ceremony.

Required Education/Experience

• Master's degree in biology or a master's degree in a related field with at least 18 semester hours of graduate work in Biology.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills:

• Comfortable using Canvas and teaching courses virtually.
• Community college teaching experience preferred

*Please note: You MUST attach unofficial transcripts for undergrad and graduate degrees at time of application submission

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