"Instructor of Physics and Physical Sciences"

About Westchester Community College:

Westchester Community College was founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in White Plains. In 1957, the County of Westchester bought the 360-acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla and designated 218 acres for the community college. Westchester Community College is more than just the county's largest educational institution. It is a living, breathing part of Westchester that goes beyond the influence of a typical college and affects the lives of all who enter its doors.

Job Description:

The Instructor of Physics and Physical Sciences will teach a full-time load of 15 credit hours during both the fall and spring semesters, consisting of introductory physics (with laboratory) course sequences for general science majors (algebra-based), physics and engineering majors (calculus-based), as well as other courses offered by the department for non-science majors (such as Physical Science Explorations).  The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Physical Sciences Department and will collect and analyze assessment data, participate in course revision and development, and engage in departmental and college activities and initiatives that support the college's mission.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate must possess a minimum of a Master's degree in Physics and a minimum of one year of college-level Physics teaching experience.

All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: At least two years of experience teaching Physics at the college-level; experience teaching at a community college is desirable.  Demonstrated knowledge of recent Physics-education research and experience utilizing modern, evidence-based pedagogical techniques, such as active learning, action research, and High Impact Practices (HIPs).   Experience in teaching a wide range of Physics and Physical Sciences classes strongly preferred.  Experience in successful utilization of classroom technology (for example, learning management systems and computer-based laboratory software) also strongly preferred.

Additional Information:

POSITION EFFECTIVE:Fall 2026

SALARY & BENEFITS: The starting salary is $75,170. Additional compensation with seniority steps maximize at a salary of $88,234. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, a choice of defined benefit and/or defined contribution pension plan, generous leave benefits, and access to tax sheltered annuities and a deferred compensation plan.

Application Instructions:

Applicants interested MUST apply online by submitting a letter expressing interest in this position, a resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.  You must be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of hire. Please login to:  https://sunywcc.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp in order to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents.  Priority will be given to applications received by March 9, 2026.

The College will provide equal opportunity in all of its employment practices to all persons without unlawful discrimination on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, arrest or conviction record, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, or use or non-use of lawful products off College premises during nonworking hours, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.