Adjunct Faculty Pool - Geology (GEOL)

SFCC Santa Fe Community College; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

SFCC Santa Fe Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach Geology courses on a part-time basis. Qualified candidates will hold an MA/MS in Geology or a related field and have a commitment to providing effective instruction while meeting learning objectives.

The role requires teaching courses, evaluating student performance, and assisting in curriculum development. This position offers flexible scheduling and focuses on the educational needs of students.

Qualifications

• Relevant doctoral or terminal degree to teach at upper division and graduate level.
• At least one year of teaching experience at the college level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective instruction to meet educational needs and learning objectives.
• Evaluate student performance and assign grades.
• Assist in curriculum development and course syllabi preparation.

Education

MA/MS in Geology or related field

Job description

Position Summary

An adjunct instructor is appointed on a term contract for instructional, temporary and part-time assignments. They are not assigned to other responsibilities such as professional service or college service. They have no right to reappointment. Persons appointed at this rank will vary in minimal academic qualifications but generally shall have a relevant doctoral or equivalent terminal degree to teach at the upper division and graduate level, and a master’s degree for lower division courses. All degrees shall be from accredited institutions or from internationally reputable and recognized institutions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide the most effective instruction possible in one’s discipline to ensure that the educational needs of students are met and that students achieve specified learning objectives.
• Teach assigned courses, whether on campus or off campus, day or evening, following the official syllabi and using approved textbooks and other learning materials.
• Meet all classes regularly and on time, as scheduled, and for their full duration.
• Teach the learning objectives and outcomes for assigned courses.
• Evaluate student performance (attainment of learning objectives) and assign grades.
• Make arrangements for appointments with students as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of course syllabi; engage in curriculum development (revising and updating existing courses and programs, creating new courses and programs).
• Make arrangements with the department chair or associate dean for covering classes when scheduling an absence.
• Meet all deadlines in submitting grades, assessments, or other required information on students.
• All other related duties as assigned.
• Attend faculty meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• MA/MS in Geology or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of teaching at the college level.
• Teaching experience in a community college setting.
• Online and blended course delivery skills.

Physical Demands

• Standing 40%
• Walking 20%
• Sitting 40%
• Driving 0%

Compensation and Employment

Compensation: Based on Adjunct Pay Schedule. Employment Type: Adjunct/Part Time Faculty (Fixed Term). Weekly Hours: 2.25. Grade: (Not specified). Department: (Not specified).

EEO Statement

As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation.