Biology Adjunct Instructor (IDPL) - IC

Institute For Latino Progress; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Instituto del Progreso Latino seeks a Biology Adjunct Instructor to implement curriculum and prepare students for college-level biology and science studies. You will develop rigorous courses and help students build seminar goals, time management, and study skills.

Responsibilities include delivering undergraduate biology content, preparing syllabi, conducting labs with safety, and using Canvas for assessments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or related field.
• Two years of college teaching experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of undergraduate biology curriculum.
• Knowledge of current pedagogical strategies.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective lectures and labs.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Proficiency with educational technology and software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment.
• Experience with a diverse, multilingual student population desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide an effective learning environment encouraging intellectual curiosity and problem solving.
• Develop and deliver course content for undergraduate biology courses.
• Prepare syllabi for such courses.
• Conduct laboratory sessions and ensure student safety.
• Ensure curriculum development and course planning.
• Design assessment processes with timely feedback.
• Evaluate and document student performance.
• Post assessments and outcomes in Canvas in a timely manner.
• Stay updated with innovations and trends in science and pedagogy.
• Commit to integrating new technologies in teaching.
• Support a safe environment respectful of diversity.
• Use varied teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
• Teach in line with Instituto College policies.
• Utilize technology and online resources to enhance teaching.
• Maintain office hours for student consultations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Master’s degree in Biology

College teaching experience

Biology curriculum knowledge

Pedagogical strategies

Lecture and lab delivery

Professional development

Educational technology

Verbal and written skills

Diversity and inclusion

Multilingual student population

MS Office

Education

Master's degree in Biology

Tools

MS Office

Educational technology

Job description

The Biology Adjunct Instructor is responsible for the implementation of curriculum and preparing students for college/university level Biology and Science Studies. Instructors must create classes that are rigorous, pertinent, and meaningful for students. In addition, the biology Instructor will be required to help students gain skills in the following areas: setting seminar goals and acquiring solid motivation, time management, test-taking skills, as well as studying tips.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides an effective learning environment that encourages students’ intellectual curiosity and supports students' problem solving by using discipline-specific strategies.
• Develop and deliver course content for undergraduate biology courses.
• Prepares syllabi for such courses.
• Conducts laboratory sessions and ensure student safety.
• Ensures curriculum development and course planning.
• Develops and designs assessment processes for regular and constructive feedback in a timely manner.
• Evaluate and document student performance.
• Ensures assessments are graded and outcomes posted in Canvas timely.
• Currently engaged with innovations and current trends in science and academic disciplines as they pertain to pedagogy and technology.
• Committed to excellence in teaching and a commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process.
• Supports a safe environment that respects the diversity of individuals and ideas by modeling respect for all students.
• Uses a variety of teaching methods to meet students’ learning needs, abilities, and interests.
• Teaches in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of the Instituto College.
• Utilizes technology and online resources to enhance teaching practices.
• Maintains office hours for student consultations.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Biology, one of the biological sciences or nursing
• Two years of college teaching experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of undergraduate biology curriculum
• Knowledge of current pedagogical strategies
• Ability to develop and deliver effective lectures and labs
• Dedication to continuous professional development
• Proficiency with educational technology and software
• Excellent verbal and written skills required with the ability to communicate persuasively with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse work environment
• Experience with a diverse, multi-lingual student population desired
• Proficiency in Microsoft office applications

The above is intended to describe the general conditions of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Nature of work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment. Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, as well as set-up and maintain work files.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Majority of work performed in a general office environment. Position requires availability for extended hours plus non-traditional hours may be required to perform job duties. Also requires participation and attendance at organization sponsored events and meetings.

BENEFITS

403b retirement saving plan (if working more than 20 hours per week).

PAID TIME OFF

Instituto del Progreso Latino is an Equal Opportunity Employer