Adjunct Instructor, Biology

Tarrant County College District (TCCD); Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Adjunct Instructor, Biology at Tarrant County College District teaches biology courses at the Trinity River Campus, using college resources and educational technology to support student success. You will work with the TR Biology department to deliver engaging content and monitor learning outcomes.

Applicants should have a Master's degree in Biology or related field with teaching experience; this is a part-time role with afternoon/evening hours, and on-site duties at the Trinity River Campus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Biology or related field.
• Eighteen graduate hours in biology disciplines.
• Experience teaching and using college LMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes based on varied schedules and modalities as assigned.
• Prepare and deliver instruction using the approved syllabus and LMS.
• Communicate with students and college officials; respond to emails and meetings.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Student support

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Biology or related field

18 graduate hours in biology disciplines

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Presentation software

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor, Biology

Department: TR Biology

Campus Location: Trinity River 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. Monday-Thursday afternoons and evenings.

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

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

*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.

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 a class or facilitating training
⦁ 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:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.