Biology Instructor
Employer
Job Location
Spindale, NC
Salary/Grade
Benefits
Job Category
- Instructional (Faculty)
Application Period
Closes: Saturday, October 31, 2020
Target Start Date
Expected Work Hours
Reports to
Employment Type
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in teaching discipline from an accredited institution, required
Preferred Qualifications
- Community College teaching experience, preferred
- Experience teaching online, preferred
- Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology, preferred
- Experience with academic advising, preferred
- Experience in a lab environment, preferred
Position Description
In support of the overall Learning College, the Biology Instructor is responsible for providing a quality learning experience for all the College students. The instructor will teach biology courses; provide high quality learning opportunities that assist students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations; perform instructional-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies, and procedures of the College; the Instructor will also demonstrate a commitment to the Learning College concept, assessment, cooperative learning, and student advising.
Essential Responsibilities
- Develop course outlines and teaching materials based on the state curriculum standards and make changes to the curriculum as needed
- Facilitate the delivery of biology courses
- Deliver a teaching load that may include a combination of traditional, internet, hybrid, and Career and College Promise classes as well as corresponding labs as needed for the academic year
- Utilize active learning methods, technology, and a variety of instructional strategies designed to assist the learner in meeting the objectives of the course
- Demonstrate a commitment to the Learning College initiative
- Post and maintain office hours for student appointments
- Be supportive of students’ learning goals
- Be prompt and accurate in the recording and reporting of student data
- Maintain prompt communication with supervisor
- Serve as an academic advisor and assist in the registration process
- Participate in College committees and/or other college-wide activities as elected or assigned
- Serve as an ambassador in the community for Isothermal Community College
- Contribute to the division assessment by recording and reporting on work projects and provide rationale and feedback for operations in place
- Facilitate safe operation of biology lab, including safe maintenance and storage of chemicals and equipment
- Ensure classroom, lab, and storage areas are in compliance with Hazard Communication and Chemical Hygiene plan
- Perform expectations of a faculty member as stated in the Full-Time Faculty Job Description
- Other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities
- Understanding and appreciation of the mission, history, current programs, services and goals of Isothermal Community College
- Ability to work effectively with individuals at all organizational levels
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and must be highly organized
- Ability to monitor and assess performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and with a minimum of supervision
How to Apply
Please visit https://isothermal.peopleadmin.com to complete an online application packet.
Job Post Contact
Charity Allen