Biology Instructor

Cape Cod Community College; West Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,500; Part time

Job summary

Cape Cod Community College invites applications for a part-time Biology Instructor to teach Human Anatomy & Physiology with Labs and Survey of Biology with Lab at the West Barnstable campus and potentially Bridgewater State University locations. The role emphasizes equitable student outcomes and active engagement with diverse learners.

Responsibilities include delivering lectures, guiding discussions, assessing progress, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Biology or related field.
• Experience teaching freshman/sophomore biology courses at a community college.
• Commitment to the community college philosophy.
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Teach Biology courses including Human Anatomy & Physiology with Labs and Survey of Biology with Lab.
• Prepare lectures, lead discussions, and assess student progress.
• Maintain attendance and learner records; track progress via quizzes and exams.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Biology

Job description

About Cape Cod Community College:

Cape Cod CommunityCollege is a place of personal discovery, enrichment, andprofessional development for those just beginning the quest and forthose at many points along the path of higher education throughoutlife. It is a caring, comprehensive institution that belongs to thepeople it serves and responds to their individual and communityneeds. Students attending Cape Cod Community College are strivingfor personal excellence, and are finding it, day after day.Graduates of the College can be found in all levels of privatebusiness, the professions, and public service, and they excel atwhat they do.

For students seeking to lay a foundation for further study, thereis no better place to begin than at Cape Cod Community College. Intoday's highly competitive market place, the well prepared transferstudent is the most aggressively recruited person in highereducation. For many Cape Cod Community College graduates, thatAssociate Degree opens the door to institutions that were just notan option after high school. And, when you consider the savings inthe overall cost of a four-year degree at either a public or aprivate university, starting at Cape Cod Community College becomesan incredible bargain that blends quality with unmatchedvalue.

The students' education is the first priority at Cape Cod CommunityCollege. As a learning-centered community, we value thecontributions of a diverse population, welcome open inquiry, andpromote mutual respect. The College offers a strong educationalfoundation of critical and creative thinking, communicationcompetency, and a global, multicultural perspective that preparesstudents for life and work in the 21st century. Our liberal arts,sciences, and career programs provide educational pathways thatserve the varied social, economic, and demographic characteristicsof our community with a distinctive focus on sustainability. Wehonor our past, celebrate our present and imagine our future.

Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Department of Science is seeking part-time Biology Instructorto teach a wide range of Biology courses offered, including HumanAnatomy & Physiology I and II with Labs and Survey of Biologywith Lab. This includes preparing and presenting lectures, leadingand facilitating classroom discussions, and evaluating and gradingstudent performance while maintaining a focus on pursuing equitablestudent outcomes. This may include teaching at multiple locations:Our Funeral Service program at the Bridgewater State Universitycampus or evening classes at the West Barnstable campus. Positionis to be filled for Spring 2027 semester.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Provide instruction in both traditional and non-traditionallearning modes.
2. Select and develop appropriate materials for class use.
3. Maintain appropriate attendance and learner records.
4. Track and assess student progress based on quizzes, exams, andassignments.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Master's degree in Biology, or related Biology field.
2. Experience teaching freshman and sophomore level biologycourses, preferably in a community college setting.
3. Commitment to the community college philosophy.
4. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsand a collaborative approach to working with students andcolleagues.
5. Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Equivalency Statement

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above areencouraged to upload a separate statement to define precisely howtheir background and experience have prepared them with theequivalent combination of education, training, and experiencerequired for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

COMPENSATION :

Anticipated staring salary - Step 1 DCE payscale (currently $4,536 for 3-credit course). Part-time,non-benefited MCCC/DCE Unit position.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Immediate need; applications reviewedupon receipt.

Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu for information onCape Cod Community College.

This appointment is subject to the FY2027 budgetappropriations.

Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender RegistryInformation), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (CriminalOffender Record Information) and national backgroundchecks.

The College cannot consider candidates who do not haveunrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equalopportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis ofrace, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age,veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexualorientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IXof the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans withDisabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Actof1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and otherapplicable statues and College policies. The College prohibitssexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries orcomplaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation orsexual violence shall be referred to the College's AffemativeAction/Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission AgainstDiscrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for CivilRights.