Adjunct Faculty - Biology

Overview / Job Summary

An Adjunct Instructor works for the college on a part-time basis teaching one or multiple courses during a given semester. However, future courses are not assured. The primary responsibility is to provide the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities.

• Files an appropriate course syllabus for each course taught within the course shell of the appropriate Learning Management System.
• Ensures that each program/class contains essential curricular components, has appropriate content and pedagogy, and maintains currency.
• Maintains a high level of expertise in the subjects taught and stimulates enthusiasm for those subjects.
• Recommends textbooks and other instructional materials, including classroom and laboratory equipment, to the Dean/Director.
• Makes suggestions to the department Dean/Director concerning the improvement of the curriculum in keeping with the objectives of the college.
• Teaches all classes according to an approved course syllabus, ensuring that assigned classes are held as scheduled. Holds the final exam at the scheduled time unless permission to deviate has been approved by the department Dean/Director.
• The instructor creates and organizes course syllabi for all courses using the Learning Management System. Ensures courses have necessary content and teaching methods, stays updated in relevant subjects, and inspires student interest. Evaluates student progress and suggests curriculum improvements to enhance learning outcomes.

• Master's Degree required, in one of the following disciplines:
  Biology, Chemistry, Physical Science, Astronomy, or Health Science.
• (Only for Anatomy and Physiology Instructors) A Master's Degree with 18 graduate credits in the specified discipline or instruction meets the requirement.

• Teaching experience desired; experience in adult education preferred.
• Must be available for required course assignments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - must be able to work with students, technical and administrative personnel in a pleasant, professional, and efficient manner.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to use a personal computer and software applications.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and effective prioritization.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to use a personal computer and software applications.

Compensation: $675 /credit hour
Worksite

Location:

South Campus
Course/

Schedule:

Principle of Biology - Daytime

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