Biology Instructor (Reedley College) Part-Time Faculty Pool

State Center Community College; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 62,667 - 85,108; Part time

Job summary

A community college in California is seeking a part-time Biology Instructor to provide instruction in a variety of settings. Candidates must have a Master's in a biological science and a commitment to educating a diverse student population. The position includes responsibilities such as maintaining professional conduct, evaluating student progress, and developing curriculum. Salary ranges from $45.49 – $61.78 for lecture classes and $38.67 – $52.55 for lab classes.

Qualifications

• Master's in biological science required.
• Experience teaching biology to diverse student groups is preferred.
• Understanding of equity issues in education is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver biology instruction in various settings.
• Evaluate student progress effectively.
• Communicate effectively with students and maintain records.

Skills

Effective communication

Use of technology in teaching

Curriculum development

Education

Master's in any biological science

Bachelor's in any biological science AND Master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science

Valid California Community College Credential

Job description

This is a part-time position. Open until filled. Start dates may vary.

The ideal candidate will share Reedley College’s commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. As of fall 2017, we currently enroll over 10,000 students of which 71% are Latinx, 1% are Filipino, 3% are Asian, 2% are African American, 19% are White, and 2% are multiracial. RC is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community.

Providing instruction in Biology in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, on-line or off-campus and large group instruction classes as needed, the instructor will be responsible for:

• Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position and currency in teaching biology;
• Teaching classes in majors, non-majors, human biology, anatomy and physiology;
• Using a variety of pedagogies and integrating a wide range of instructional delivery systems including innovative and creative uses of technology for face-to-face, on-line, and/or hybrid formats;
• Communicating effectively with students;
• Using effective teaching methods appropriate to the subject matter, adherence to institutionally approved curriculum course outlines of record;
• Evaluating student progress through tests and examinations, written assignments, oral responses, etc. in keeping with course objectives;
• Providing course syllabi to students;
• Maintaining classroom records in accordance with District Policy;
• Turning in all required student grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner; and
• Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s in any biological science;
• Bachelor’s in any biological science AND master’s in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science;
• A valid California Community College Credential;
• The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).

Desirable Qualifications:

• Background in general biology;
• Experience teaching biology (majors, non-majors, and human biology) and human anatomy and physiology;
• Related work and professional experience;
• Experience in computer assisted instruction and other instructional technologies;
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration;
• Ability to develop new and current curriculum and focus on student learning outcomes to improve student learning;
• Experience working with students of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds;
• Recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusions of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
• Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
• Potential for contribution to institutional vitality and growth; and
• Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.

Salary and Benefits: Starting rates are $45.49 – $61.78 for lecture, $38.67 – $52.55 for lab, and $38.30 – $52.05 for non-instructional. Sick leave accrual is based on assignment hours.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Reedley College is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who share its commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population.