Adjunct Instructor - Science Department

Delaware Technical Community College

Newark (DE)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 74,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Delaware Technical Community College is seeking adjunct instructors for a range of science courses. The role involves delivering curricula, evaluating student learning, and promoting student success in line with syllabi.

Sessions may be face-to-face, hybrid, or online and require timely communication and records maintenance. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and four years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Four years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and instruct courses as assigned by the Department Chairperson/supervisor.
Provide outreach, guidance, and timely feedback to students.
Maintain timely student records and post grades in LMS.

Skills

Instructional techniques

Instructional technology

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

LMS

Job description

The Science Department is looking for adjunct instructors to teach the following courses:

Introductory Microbiology
Anatomy and Physiology I
Anatomy and Physiology II
Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology
Basic Nutrition
Introductory Biology
General chemistry
Chemical Principles I and II
Organic Chemistry I and II
Analytical Chemistry I and II
Biotechnology
Conceptual Physics
General Physics I and II
Physics with Calculus I and II
Statistical Process Control Overview
Safety , Health and Environment
Chem Process Tech Equipment
Chem Process Tech Systems
Quality
Chem Proc Tech II- Operations
Process trouble Shooting

Salary $45.60/hr

Classification Information

Classification Title Adjunct Instructor

Job Code 2501 (PT)

FLSA Exempt

Position Pay Grade Salary Plan C00

Position Type Part-Time

Summary Statement

An incumbent is responsible for implementing curricula, instructing assigned courses consistent with syllabi, evaluating student learning, and fostering student success.

Nature and Scope

An incumbent in this class typically reports to the Dean of Instruction through an Instructional Director, Department Chairperson or Program Coordinator. An incumbent is expected to plan, organize, and instruct in a manner to promote and direct successful student learning in keeping with the College’s values and goals.

Principal Accountabilities

Plans, organizes, and instructs courses as assigned by the Department Chairperson/supervisor, utilizing effective and engaging instructional strategies, the learning management system (LMS), appropriate communication, classroom management, leadership skills, and instructional/educational technology to promote student success.
Demonstrates sound practices in instruction and classroom management that respond to students’ diverse academic needs.
Follows the prescribed course outline and uses texts selected by the department plus other supplemental material the Department Chairperson deems appropriate.
Provides instruction according to the class meeting schedule and instructional hours established for the session (length of the course during the semester) and delivery method (face‑to‑face, hybrid, web‑enhanced, or online). Notifies the Department Chairperson of the necessity of cancelling any class meeting prior to the class or in emergencies as soon thereafter as possible.
Assists students toward the successful completion of course(s) that the instructor is teaching by providing outreach, guidance, and timely feedback.
Makes oneself accessible and available to answer students’ questions in a timely manner.
Adheres to College policies and procedures relating to employment, academic matters, student behavior, and the Academic Calendar. Maintains adequate and timely student records (e.g. grade are posted in the LMS in a timely fashion). Evaluates and reports students’ progress and attendance in a timely manner.
Encourages students’ completion of the course evaluation form, reviews course evaluation summaries and develops a plan for improvement, as appropriate.
Attends and participates in various College meetings for the purpose of orientation, professional development or other departmental or operational activity as assigned.
Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of sound instructional techniques and methods.
Knowledge of relevant subject matter in the incumbent’s discipline/department.
Knowledge of computers and electronic instructional methodology.
Knowledge of theoretical foundations of learning and instruction as applied to the face‑to‑face, hybrid, and distance learning environments.
Knowledge and understanding of competency-based learning.
Ability to use teaching strategies that will promote successful learning by addressing different learning styles and strategies.
Ability to use assessment to enhance learning.
Ability to understand, evaluate, and make appropriate use of instructional technology.
Ability to form an inclusive environment that respects diverse talents and ways of learning.
Ability to understand and maintain a commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with a diverse population in a multicultural environment.