Adjunct Instructor, Biology

Tarrant County College; Forest Hill (TX); Vor Ort; USD 58.000 - 67.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Tarrant County College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Biology to support the SO Biology department at South Campus. The role involves teaching various modalities (on-campus, online, dual credit, weekend) and adapting to course schedules while focusing on student success.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree or higher in Biology or related fields and be prepared to work part-time with varied hours. Instructors collaborate with college resources to enhance learning outcomes.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree or higher in Biology or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Experience teaching biology or related subjects in higher education is preferred.
• Ability to teach across multiple modalities (on-campus, online, dual credit).

Aufgaben

• Accepts and teaches classes based on varied schedules and modalities.
• Prepares and delivers instruction using the college LMS and Master Syllabus.
• Maintains attendance records and certifies enrollments by deadlines.
• Evaluates student performance and provides timely feedback.
• Designs an active classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Participates in program assessment and reviews with department.

Kenntnisse

Teaching biology

Student assessment

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Ausbildung

Master’s degree or higher in Biology or related field

Degree from a regionally accredited college or university

Jobbeschreibung

Title: Adjunct Instructor, Biology

Department: SO Biology

Campus Location: South Campus

Employee Classification: ADJ - Adjunct

Position Type: PT - Regular

Grant Funded: No

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Compensation Details: Starting Pay - $65.00

Work Hours: Varies based on course schedule. Adjuncts may be assigned to daytime, evening, or Saturday.

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work

Special Instructions to Applicant: This is a pooled posting utilized to hire adjunct instructors. Hiring supervisors review applications and make hiring decisions as part-time faculty assignments become available.

Job Summary

Reporting to the campus department instructional leader, adjunct instructors provide assistance to students in their learning process by utilizing all appropriate college resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available to complement the teaching and learning process providing a direct impact to student success.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Performance Requirements

• Accepts and teaches classes based on varied schedules and modalities (Dual Credit, On-Campus, Online or Weekend College) as assigned by designated supervisor
• Accommodates student needs and external stakeholders' expectations of the College
• Prepares and delivers instruction to students following the College Master Syllabus using the approved learning management system
• Communicates regularly with students and college officials, including responding to e-mails, calls, and requests for meetings
• Independently pursues activities to enhance subject matter expertise, skills in various modes of instruction, and knowledge of learning
• Prepares assignments and assessments to assure achievement of learning outcomes
• Designs and maintains an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success
• Maintains student attendance records weekly and certifies student enrollments by the established deadline
• Evaluates student performance and learning in accordance with discipline and department standards
• Provides regular and timely evaluation feedback to students, posts grades in the learning management system weekly, and submits final grades by the established deadline
• Assigns grades consistent with course requirements
• Assists in College's commitment to assessing student learning outcomes and program learning outcomes and to achieving institutional performance measures
• Accepts assignments as necessary at other sites such as for dual credit courses

*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Service Excellence

• Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
• Complete all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
• Attends the workplace regularly and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
• Adheres to College policies and procedures
• Adheres to applicable safety procedures

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher* in one of the following:
  • Biology
  • Biological Sciences
  • Anatomy/Physiology
  • Bioengineering
  • Biomedical Science
  • Cellular Biology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Microbiology
  • Zoology
  • Other Life Sciences related fields

OR

• Master's degree or higher* with eighteen (18) graduate hours in any of the above-mentioned disciplines

*Degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one (1) years' working experience in the discipline / teaching area
• At least one (1) years' experience teaching anatomy and physiology, or microbiology at the college level
• At least one (1) years' teaching experience utilizing active learning techniques, service learning and innovative technology
• At least one (1) year's experience teaching in Dual Credit and Early College High School programs
• At least one (1) year's experience teaching online

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume
• Ability to use computer applications and enterprise systems, including proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
• Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Knowledge of the teaching discipline subject matter
• Knowledge of how students learn
• Ability to adapt to student learning needs
• Utilization of student-centered integrative learning strategies
• Promotion of positive expectations of students
• Incorporation of technology to enhance student learning
• Incorporation of pedagogical innovation
• Assessment of student learning
• Assessment of self-learning
• Assessment, evaluation, and revision of curriculum
• Development of relevant content for classes
• Development of effective classroom management processes and strategies
• Experience mentoring students
• Engagement in peer collaboration and peer mentoring
• Engagement in service to the institution, profession, and community
• Participation in professional development in the teaching discipline to remain current in the teaching discipline and in pedagogy
• Continued educational attainment

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodation/EEO Statement

Tarrant County College is committed to providing equal access to its employment process. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants who need an accommodation to participate in the application, interview, assessment, or selection process. To request an accommodation, contact The Office of Human Resources via email at [e-mail].