Adjunct Instructor- Biology [Wise County Campus]

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Texas; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Instructor in Biology to join its team at the Wise County Campus. This role involves teaching courses and mentoring students in a supportive and engaging environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree with relevant graduate coursework and demonstrate the ability to instruct in face-to-face, hybrid, and online settings. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to student success while adhering to the highest professional standards. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference, this part-time faculty position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline is required.
• Ability to instruct in face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline and facilitate student learning outcomes.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in various course modalities.

Skills

Effective communication

Instruction in various modalities

Mentoring students

Professional and ethical standards

Education

Master’s degree

18 graduate semester credit hours in teaching discipline

Job description

Adjunct Instructor- Biology [Wise County Campus]

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check.

Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Position Information

Requisition Number

Requisition Number P0023714

Open Date

Open Date 06/12/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Campus

Campus Wise County Campus [20]

Full-time/ Part-time

Full-time/ Part-time Part-time

Job Type

Job Type Part-time Faculty

Title

Title Adjunct (general education)

Pay Rate

Projected Start Date

Term

Term Other

Is Grant Funded?

Is Grant Funded? No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, as well as mentoring students in and outside of the classroom. The adjunct faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, be they face-to-face, hybrid, online, or within the context of dual credit instruction. All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Required Education

All faculty members must possess minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS ) credential standards which normally include a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in the teaching discipline.

Required Experience

Preferred Education

Preferred Experience

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, as well as mentoring students in and outside of the classroom. The adjunct faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, be they face-to-face, hybrid, online, or within the context of dual credit instruction. All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Each adjunct faculty member must demonstrate the ability to instruct in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; ability to provide instruction that will achieve the specific goals and objectives associated with all assigned courses; ability to create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory; ability to communicate effectively with students, college personnel and administration, peers and public groups; ability to treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice, without discrimination based upon age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity; ability to exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources; and, ability to observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check.

Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Weatherford College website
  • Higheredjobs.com
  • Fort Worth Star Telegram
  • CareerBuilder.com
  • Weatherford Democrat
  • Mineral Wells Index
  • Denton Record Chronicle
  • Wise County Messenger
  • Weatherford College employee
  • Friend
  • Other
• * Do you qualify for Veteran's Employment Preference per Chapter 657 of the Texas Government Code?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/vitae

Cover Letter

Transcript 1

Letter of Recommendation 1

Optional Documents

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity College
Weatherford College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status or genetic information in educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.