Instructor of Chemistry - Adjunct Faculty

Davita Inc.; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college is hiring an instructor to teach chemistry and engage students through various innovative teaching methods. The role requires a master's degree and experience in the subject, along with a commitment to supporting diverse learning styles and promoting academic success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in chemistry or equivalent.
• Experience in teaching chemistry required.
• Willingness to use educational technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses effectively using varied modalities.
• Conduct regular assessment of student learning.
• Develop syllabus and maintain accurate student records.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Interpersonal

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in chemistry

18 graduate credit hours in chemistry

Tools

Course management platforms (Canvas)

Job description

Workweek

Salaries are dependent upon education and semesters taught at MCC.

Position Summary

MCC instructors are higher-education professionals who champion student learning. They engage and inspire students, applying innovative teaching and learning pedagogies in instruction. They assess student learning to ensure students success, staying abreast of trends in the discipline. Our instructors collaborate within the College as discipline experts, helping the College reach its strategic goals through active participation in college committees and by promoting the College to future students throughout our community.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Teach courses assigned by the College.
• Proficient teaching courses via in person, blended or online modalities.
• Available to teach daytime, evening, or weekend classes, as needed
• Available for student conferences either before or after class, and by college email if necessary
• Develop syllabus using MCC syllabus template
• Work cooperatively within the department, the division, and throughout the College in striving for educational excellence
• Conduct regular assessment of student learning
• Maintain and submit accurate student and course-related paperwork and data needed for college purposes in a timely fashion
• Document and report attendance daily and maintain and submit accurate attendance records weekly
• Submit grade reports electronically by the required date
• Utilize a variety of teaching styles to satisfy the different learning styles of students
• Utilize computer-based instruction and databases when necessary

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in chemistry or master's degree plus 18 graduate credit hours in chemistry
• Experience teaching chemistry

• Willingness to use educational technology (i.e. course management platforms such as Canvas)
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, especially regarding contemporary expertisespecific to assigned teaching content
• Commitment to the mission of the community college, and to teaching and motivating community college students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds and learning styles

Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

Equal Employment Opportunity

McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission, employment, participation in educational programs, or activities, without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disabilities, military status, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge from military service, or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring, promotion, termination, wages or salaries, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. MCC is committed to diversity and inclusion in its college community. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in any aspect of the hiring process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].