Chemistry Adjunct Instructor

Delta College; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Michigan is seeking a part-time chemistry instructor to teach introductory courses and ensure an effective learning environment. Candidates should hold a Master's degree in chemistry and demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education. Responsibilities include teaching in various formats and engaging with a diverse student population. This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on student learning and retention.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate commitment to fostering belonging, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Experience in teaching chemistry in active learning environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and promote effective learning environment to maximize student learning.
• Teach introductory and general chemistry courses in various formats as needed.
• Able to teach non-science majors who are mathematically under-prepared.
• Establish and promote an effective learning environment to maximize student learning.
• Teach on Delta College campus as part of the Science and Mathematics Division.

Skills

Understanding of diverse student population

Effective interpersonal skills

Ability to incorporate online learning

Education

Master’s degree in chemistry or closely related field

18 hours of graduate chemistry coursework

Job description

Position Summary Information

Part-time instructor, teach days and/or evenings FA, WI, SP, or SS

Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions

The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity and inclusion in student, faculty and staff. Are you interested in positively impacting students’ lives? We are seeking collaborative, energetic, and innovative chemistry adjunct instructors who are committed to student retention and success. Instructors are responsible for establishing and promoting an effective learning environment to maximize student learning. Instructors may be assigned to teach introductory and general chemistry courses in traditional classroom and/or blended/hybrid settings as needed in the Science and Mathematics Division at Delta College.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Understanding of and ability to work with a diverse student population
• Use of email, internet-based resources, and common Office software
• Ability to teach in a variety of formats, including incorporating online learning systems
• Ability to teach non-science majors that are mathematically under-prepared
• Understanding of ADA requirements and willingness to create accessible materials
• Effective interpersonal skills

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in chemistry or closely related field with at least 18 hours of successful graduate level chemistry coursework
• Ability to teach on a Delta campus

Additional Experiences Considered

• Teaching experience at the community college level
• Recent experience in teaching chemistry in an active learning environment

Application Deadline

Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete an online application and attach a cover letter with position title, resume, three current names of professional references, and copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and/or certifications and licenses. Course assignment is dependent on the applicant’s qualifications and demonstrated abilities. If you are selected for an interview, you are required to provide a teaching demonstration on topics selected by the Science and Mathematics Division.

Posting Specific Questions

• In order to track our recruitment sources, please indicate how you became aware of the position vacancy?
  • Delta.edu
  • Indeed.com
  • MI Works / MI Talent Bank
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Michigan HERC Website
  • MLive (Grand Rapids Press, Flint Journal, Ann Arbor News, Jackson Citizen Patriot, Kalamazoo Gazette, Saginaw News, Muskegon Chronicle, Bay City Times)
  • Other
• If you selected “Other” above, please tell us where you heard about this posting.
• Briefly explain your teaching and learning philosophy as it relates to teaching and learning chemistry in a college classroom.
• Describe your understanding of and experience working with a culturally diverse student and college/university population.
• Describe your understanding and experience in creating a sense of belonging for all students, faculty, and staff.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3