Adjunct - Biology Instructor

Central Georgia Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 1,200 - 1,400; Full time

Job summary

Central Georgia Technical College seeks an Adjunct Biology Instructor to provide associate-level biology instruction, develop syllabi and lesson plans, and evaluate student progress. The role may involve day, evening, or online classes and requires travel within the service area.

A master's degree in Biology or a master’s with a teaching concentration is required, with preferred LMS experience. The position offers a set course fee per contact hour, with potential stipends for course development

Qualifications

• Earned master’s degree in Biology from an accredited institution.
• Alternatively, Master’s with 18 graduate hours in teaching Biology.

Responsibilities

• Teach associate-level Biology in classroom settings.
• Prepare syllabi and lesson plans; maintain grade books and required records.
• Evaluate student progress and complete required reports and documentation.
• Mentor adjunct faculty and support dual enrollment instructors.

Skills

Teaching

Syllabus design

Student assessment

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Biology

Master's with teaching concentration (18 graduate hours)

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Blackboard

D2L

Moodle

Pearson Labs

Mastering/Connect

Job description

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Job Title:

Adjunct - Biology Instructor

Agency:

Central Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000006115

Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

SET FEE PER COURSE RATE BASED ON A $29 GROSS HOURLY RATE PER CONTACT HOUR

Job Description:

Position Summary: Under general supervision, provides associate-level Biology instruction to students in the classroom settings, prepares syllabi and lesson plans. Develops program goals and objectives. The instructor must possess the ability to teach all phases of the curriculum. Demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques; use of appropriate testing and grading procedures including proper maintenance of grade books and any other record-keeping required; effective use of oral and written communication skills; and knowledge of current in-field procedures. Follows approved course syllabus. Maintains program requirements, attends/completes all professional development training; meet with students and college personnel to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues. Evaluates student progress in attaining goals and objectives. Completes all reports, records and invoices in a timely manner and maintains accurate inventory of all assigned properties. This position may also serve as a lead instructor to provide mentoring support to adjunct faculty teaching in the discipline. Maintains qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and accreditation standards. Follows rules and regulations as described by the TCSG Policy Manual and other policies and procedures established by the institution. Dual Enrollment instructors are subject to the rules and regulations of the on-site location. Position may involve teaching traditional day and/or evening classes or online classes and will require travel within the college’s service area and additional travel as needed.

Projected Work Hours/Location:

Position assignment to determined; may require travel to any of the locations within the College’s service area, to include dual enrollment sites. The following is based on current schedule planning, actual schedules may vary each academic term and may also include teaching online. Biology 2113/2114 Lecture, Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Biology 2113/2114 Lab, Monday and Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Biology 2113/2114 Lecture, Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Biology 2113/2114 Lab, Tuesday and Thursday, 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Teaching assignments may include teaching, and required travel, to one or more campus/site locations, to include dual enrollment programs and assigned locations, or any combination thereof, and may include a combination of face-to-face and distance instructional delivery methods. Faculty may be assigned to any campus/site based on the business needs of the college.

Salary / Benefits:

This position is paid a set fee per course rate based on a $29 gross hourly rate per contact hour. Compensation may include additional stipends for student contact hours, orientation and trainings, course development, etc. Adjunct positions are temporary, time-limited appointments encompassing a single academic term or period and do not imply or suggest a continuance of employment or a promise of future full-time employment. CGTC is a member of Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees Retirement System of Georgia (ERS). Adjunct positions are not eligible for TRS or ERS retirement benefits, state insurance, leave or holiday pay. Minimum Qualifications: Earned master’s degree in Biology from an academic institution that is accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or Earned master’s degree with a concentration (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours) in the teaching discipline from an academic institution that is accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education. Education courses related to the teaching of Biology are not considered discipline specific in meeting this requirement. Coursework must be in Biology or closely related discipline aligned to course competencies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference may be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, provide transcripts of conferred degrees and demonstrate in the employment history possession of one or more of the following: Documented laboratory hazard or safety training Documented teaching experience at the postsecondary level Documented experience using Learning Management Systems (i.e. Blackboard, D2L, Moodle, Pearson Labs, Mastering or Connect)

Pre-Employment Screenings:

All applicants are subject to the following applicable pre-employment screenings: Criminal History Records Motor Vehicle Records Employment References Pre-Employment Drug Test Fingerprint Records Credit History Records Psychological Screening Medical Examination

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. Central Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

Nondiscrimination Policies Contact:

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: The Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator for CGTC nondiscrimination policies is Cathy Johnson, Executive Director for Athletics and Compliance, Room A136, 80 Cohen Walker Drive, Warner Robins, Ga, 31088; Phone [phone]; Fax [phone]; Email: [e-mail].