Adjunct Faculty - Biology

Waubonsee Community College; Sugar Grove (IL); On-site; USD 4,000 - 6,700; Part time

Job summary

Waubonsee Community College is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach Anatomy and Physiology across campuses. This part-time position requires delivering curriculum, utilizing instructional technology, and assessing student learning in diverse delivery modes.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in Biology or related field with 18 graduate hours in Biology. Preferred candidates have college‑level teaching experience and familiarity with LMS platforms.

Qualifications

• Design syllabi, lessons, activities, assignments and assessments aligned to course outcomes.
• Meet deadlines for attendance, grades and assessment data.
• Incorporate learning-centered principles to engage diverse learners.
• Integrate instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student success.
• Demonstrate professionalism with strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum and instruction for Anatomy and Physiology courses.
• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback.
• Utilize multiple instructional modalities and modalities.
• Attend to course deadlines and data collection for accreditation and reporting.

Skills

Curriculum design

Classroom technology

Student assessment

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Biology or related field with 18 graduate hours in Biology

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Anatomy and PhysiologyPart-time Adjunct Faculty
Varies between campuses

Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college’s culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success. Our Adjunct Faculty play a vital role in delivering high-quality instruction and fostering a dynamic learning environment. Join a team of passionate educators dedicated to making a difference!

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for delivering curriculum, providing instruction, and performing student learning assessment. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to effectively use instructional and classroom technology to enhance teaching and learning. Courses at Waubonsee Community College may be offered in various delivery modes.

Essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Designing syllabi, lessons, activities, assignments, and assessments to meet the established course description as well as program, course, and college learning outcomes and/or objectives while addressing each student’s needs as diverse learners.
• Meeting all college deadlines for submission of attendance, grades and data collection for assessment of student learning.
• Incorporating learning-centered principles and concepts while motivating students to actively participate in their educational experiences.
• Integrating instructional and classroom technology (if applicable) appropriately and effectively to deliver and enhance teaching and learning.
• Working collaboratively with professional colleagues to serve the needs of students and the community.
• Modeling professionalism with excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Biology or a Masters Degree in a related field with 18 graduate hours in Biology coursework and course area specialization (if applicable.)

Preferred Experience

• Teaching Biology, or a related field, at a Community College and/or Vocational/Technical institution.
• Teaching traditionally underserved populations.
• Incorporating technology and multimedia applications into teaching and learning process.
• Teaching in multiple instructional modalities.
• Utilizing Learning Management Systems.

Position Details

• Grant Funded: No
• Work Schedule: Other
• Load Hours: Course dependent
• Minimum Pay per Course: $6,726
• Benefits:

Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran