Assistant Professor, Environmental Science (Tenure Eligible)

McLennan Community College; Waco (TX); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

McLennan Community College seeks an Environmental Science instructor for Fall 2027. The position requires teaching across traditional and non-traditional formats, including evening and online courses, with duties extending to office hours, professional development, and committee service.

Candidates should meet the minimum qualification of a Master's in environmental science or related field and demonstrate experience in online and dual-credit instruction and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: discipline subject matter and laboratory techniques.
• Skills in: using technology in support of classroom instruction; developing and instructing courses in an online format.
• Ability to: communicate clearly and concisely; participate in college committees; work across departments to develop student communication, computation and critical thinking skills; provide caring, high-quality service.

Responsabilités

• Instruct courses in Environmental Science as assigned, including face-to-face and non-traditional venues (evening, weekend, online).
• Maintain office hours and participate in professional development.
• Serve on college committees and collaborate across departments to develop student skills.
• Support student communication, computation and critical thinking; foster welcoming experiences and proactive resource connections.

Connaissances

Curriculum development

Online instruction

Technology in teaching

Communication skills

Interdepartmental collaboration

Committee participation

Student support

Formation

Master’s degree in environmental science or closely related discipline

Description du poste

Communication:

We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them.

Excellence:

We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission.

Inclusiveness:

We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together.

Integrity:

We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions.

People:

We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****

START DATE: Fall 2027

Instruct courses in Environmental Science as assigned. Faculty are expected to accept courses as assigned including face-to-face and non-traditional venues, such as evening, weekend, dual-credit, blended, and/or online courses. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintaining office hours, participating in professional development, serving on college committees, and working across departments to develop student communication, computation and critical thinking skills. This position reports to the Division Chair of Math & Sciences.

NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

SELECTION CRITERIA

The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:

• Knowledge of: 1. Discipline subject matter and laboratory techniques; 2. Curriculum development; 3. Current trends in teaching/learning theory as they apply to environmental science; 4. ADA standards as they apply to instruction;
• Skills in: 5. Using technology in support of classroom instruction; 6. Developing and instructing courses in an online format;
• Ability to: 7. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty and staff in the science department; 8. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; 9. Participate in college committees; 10. Work across departments to develop student communication, computation, and critical thinkingskills; 11. Promote and support related extra-curricular activities. 12. Provide caring, high-quality service by creating welcoming experiences, communicating clearly and proactively, addressing needs with professionalism and empathy, and ensuring individuals are thoughtfully connected to appropriate resources.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical effort-restricted: Sustained posture or intense attentiveness for prolonged periods. Light lifting (less than 30 lbs.), some walking, pushing, pulling on a regular basis. Minimal Hazard/Exposure: Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education: Master’s degree in environmental science or closely related discipline from an accredited college or university.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: At least two (2) years of teaching experience at the postsecondary level.
• Experience: Teaching environmental science, geology, geoscience, or closely related topics.
• Experience: Developing and teaching online classes.
• Experience: Teaching dual credit students.

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REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

• Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (See Selection Criteria)
• Copies of College Transcripts

MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment.

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