Adjunct Instructor - Chemistry

Western-Dakota-Technical-College; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Dakota Technical College seeks a Chemistry instructor to teach courses in the chemistry program, with responsibility for planning, preparation, and delivery of lecture and lab instruction on all levels, including night classes on the Rapid City campus.

Compensation for adjuncts is per workload hour: BA/BS $27.35, MA/MS $29.76, Doctorate $31.92 plus a $125 stipend per credit hour. All degrees must be from an accredited institution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry required; Master’s preferred for advanced courses.
• Doctorate may be required for transferrable or specialized courses.
• Accredited institution degrees only.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lecture and lab instruction in chemistry.
• Prepare course materials and up-to-date syllabi.
• Assess student performance and maintain records, including final grades.
• Teach night classes on the Rapid City campus as required.
• Adhere to WDTC policies and participate in program activities.

Skills

Chemistry instruction

Public speaking

Laboratory instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Master's degree in Chemistry or related field

Doctorate in Chemistry

Job description

Adjunct instructors at Western Dakota Technical College are educators whose instructional efforts are expected to reflect the mission, vision, and goals of the institution. Adjunct faculty teach courses in their respective fields to include planning, preparation, and delivery of lecture/lab instruction material at all levels of training.

Western Dakota Technical College is accepting applications for a Chemistry instructor. NOTE: Availability to teach night classes on our main campus is required.

Adjuncts are paid dependent on their educational degree. Pay is as follows:

• BA/BS or lower - $27.35 per workload hour
• MA/MS - $29.76 per workload hour
• Doctorate - $31.92 per workload hour + $125 stipend per credit hour

*All degrees must be awarded by an accredited institution

Mastery of Subject Matter

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline.
• Display an ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of their field or discipline.

Teaching Performance

• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students.
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the internet, interactive technology, simulation when appropriate.
• Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.
• Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives.
• Incorporate core competencies into curriculum.
• Promote student success by building positive interpersonal relationships with staff, students and colleagues at WDTC.
• Develop, update and post course syllabi in a timely manner.

Evaluation of Student Learning

• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters as required after each class according to established deadlines.
• Participate in program assessment activities as requested.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.

Support of School’s Policies and Procedures

• Teach classes as assigned and in accordance with the catalog description, the master syllabus, the stipulations of WDTC, and the interest of the industry.
• Meet with each class as scheduled and hold classes for the time frame as designated in the class schedule.
• Record and provide attendance data in accordance with school's policies and procedures.
• Perform job responsibilities as outlined in faculty handbook.
• Adhere to FERPA regulations.
• Exercise stewardship of school's facilities and materials.
• Follow WDTC policies and procedures.
• Complete Adjunct Orientation and required annual compliance activities.

Participation in Western Dakota Tech Program Activities

• Act in a professional manner as delineated in the South Dakota Code of Professional Ethics for Teachers(Appendix B)
• Maintain professional classrooms, shops, labs and office areas.
• Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team.

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (Master's for transferrable courses) from an accredited university or college in the appropriate field or discipline area of instruction and a minimum of one year of directly related experience.

OR

• An equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the work and discipline area.

• Proficient in skills as they relate to the program's operations.
• Work well under pressure.
• Take the initiative.
• Fundamentals of classroom management.
• Adhere to WDTC policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in all group sizes.
• Demonstrated ability in oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management and problem-solving.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Benefit offerings subject to change.

WDTC is recruiting candidates who have the legal right to work in the United Stated without sponsorship.

EOE/Statement of Non-Discrimination/Annual Security Report

WDTC subscribes to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and of their labors and will take action to ensure that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to race, color, ethnic background, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, political affiliation, mental and/or physical challenge, disability, gender identity, gender expression status as a veteran, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit, and ability. Inquiries may be directed to the Director of Human Resource at 605-718-2407. (6.7.2023)

ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT/CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS :

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires that the college’s Annual Security Report which includes crime statistics be made available to prospective employees and prospective students upon request. Western Dakota Tech’s Annual Security Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported Clery crimes that occurred on campus and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus safety and security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault prevention and response, timely warnings, emergency response, and other matters. You may obtain this information through the Western Dakota Tech website at https://www.wdt.edu/assets/docs/uploads/consumer-information/securityreport.pdf. A printed copy of the report may be obtained by writing to the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success, Western Dakota 800 Mickelson Dr., Rapid City, SD 57703 or by calling [phone].

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