Adjunct - Biology

Ivy Tech Community College; Bloomington (IN); Presencial; USD 53.000 - 76.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vision care plan

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement savings plan

Tuition remission for dependents

Descripción de la vacante

Ivy Tech Bloomington is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach Biology 101, 105, 107, and 211 on campus, with morning, afternoon, or evening options. Adjuncts may teach 1–13 contact hours per week, with pay of $46.75 per contact hour.

Applicants should submit unofficial transcripts and resume to support minimum qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a master’s or higher in biology or 18 graduate hours in biology-related courses.

Formación

• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in a biological science, or
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in biology-related courses.

Responsabilidades

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students to create a positive learning experience.
• Interacts professionally with students and colleagues per campus guidelines.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements safety procedures for classrooms and labs.

Conocimientos

Teaching biology

On-campus teaching

Evening availability

Educación

Master's degree in biology

18 graduate hours in biology

Descripción del empleo

Ivy Tech Bloomington is searching for a few part-time adjunct faculty to teach a variety of courses starting this upcoming semester.
We will need to hire a few adjuncts to get people who can teach daytime and/or evening availability to cover the following courses:
Biology 101: Introductory Biology - morning and/or afternoon
Biology 105: Biology I (Molecular & Cellular Processes) - evening
Biology 107: Biology II (Diversity of Life) - afternoon
Biology 211: Microbiology - morning or afternoon

We need individuals who are local who can teach on campus for lecture and lab. Also searching for instructors who are available in the evening because some courses are in the evening.

Adjunct Faculty can teach between 1-13 contact hours per week. Pay is $46.75 per contact hour.
Applicants should attach supporting documents such as unofficial transcripts and resume to support minimum qualifications.

Adjunct faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided.

Major Responsibilities:

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhanceinstructional methods.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways thatimpact student learning and leads to a positive experience with
• Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in a biological science, or
2. Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester hours* in biology-related courses.

*Up to six graduate credits in the field of study/discipline focusing on instructional methodology in the appropriate discipline and at the appropriate level will be counted towards the 18 required graduate hours.

Faculty teaching 100-level science labs must hold a bachelor’s degree in the field, with an additional nine or more graduate hours in the subject matter.

Prefer applicants who have previous teaching experience.

These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.