Adjunct Biology-AP Instructor

Lake Land College; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 909,216 - 1,294,944; Part time

Job summary

Lake Land College in Mattoon, IL seeks a part-time Biology instructor to teach college-level courses such as General Biology, Cell Biology, Anatomy and Physiology. The role requires a Master's degree in Life Sciences and at least 2,000 hours in the field, with a focus on student retention and success.

Applicants should be able to prepare syllabi, deliver diverse instructional modalities, assess student performance, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• Minimum of 2,000 hours of work experience in the field.
• Ability to teach college-level biology courses (anatomy, physiology, microbiology, etc.).
• Maintain professional credentials required to teach in discipline.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional materials and syllabi using provided templates.
• Deliver instruction in modalities approved by the division chair.
• Evaluate and assess student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Submit attendance rosters and final grades as required.
• Counsel and assist students to achieve course/program goals.
• Stay current with content technology and instructional methods.
• Collaborate with program coordinators to meet course goals.
• Maintain regular communication with division chair about absences.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the division chair.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Instructional technology

Education

Master's degree in Life Sciences

Job description

Description

Responsible for teaching in discipline areas as assigned by the respective division chair. All instructors are expected to demonstrate a mastery of the subject matter and a commitment to teaching and learning with a focus upon student retention and success.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

Essential Job Functions:

1. Observe supports and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of Lake Land College; adhere to the procedures outlined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
2. Prepare instructional materials, including a course syllabus using the syllabus template provided; follow course outlines approved by the College; evaluate and assess student performance.
3. Prepare and deliver instruction to students in modalities assigned by the division chair and approved by the Vice President for Academic Services.
4. Submit required documentation including student midterm attendance rosters, final course grades and other information as requested or required by the division chair; maintain accurate scholastic student records.
5. Be available to students and consider the general and special needs of each student; respond to student inquiries in a timely manner; counsel and assist students in accomplishing their course and program goals.
6. Remain current with content technology and instructional methods and strategies in the discipline.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of the community college philosophy including its unique ties to the workforce and the district.
8. Collaborate with program coordinators or other faculty members to facilitate achievement of course goals and objectives.
9. Maintain regular communication with division chair, especially with regard to absences or cancellation of class.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned by the division chair.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree in the discipline.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2,000 hours work experience in the field.

Knowledge

• Demonstrate ability to learn the Lake Land College information systems and processes; maintain all professional credentials required to teach in area of discipline.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, ability to adapt instruction to various academic levels and learning styles, superior command of the English language, expertise with instructional technology.

Personal Requirements

• Open minded, innovative, enthusiastic, positive attitude, and adaptive to new teaching technologies.

Supplemental Information

BIOSCIENCE/Anatomy-Physiology INSTRUCTOR. Part‑time, Faculty position. Lake Land College. Qualified candidates will need to teach college‑level courses in areas of the Biological Sciences, such as General Biology, Cell Biology, Animal Behavior, Microbiology, Anatomy, and Physiology, or other interdisciplinary life sciences. Minimum of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Life Sciences or related Life Science field with an emphasis in at least 18 graduate‑level credits in Biology courses. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience in human anatomy and physiology.

Review of applications will begin 12/20/2025. Application must be submitted before 12/19/2025 to be considered.

Potential start date: 1/12/2025. Submit LLC application, letter of application, resume, and transcripts to: Human Resources, 5001 Lake Land Blvd., Mattoon, IL 61938. Apply online at www.lakelandcollege.edu EOE/AA.

$800 ECH