Chemistry Instructor (Adjunct) – In-Person Teaching

College of the Desert (CA); Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

College of the Desert invites qualified individuals to join our adjunct pool as Chemistry instructors. Responsibilities include planning, delivering, and evaluating chemistry courses across Palm Desert Campus and other district sites.

In-person teaching is the primary modality, with lectures, labs, and student support scheduled across day, evening, and weekend slots. Minimum qualifications specify a Master’s in chemistry or an equivalent combination of degrees, plus sensitivity to diverse

Qualifications

• Master’s in chemistry or a relevant combination of degrees as stated in the posting.
• Sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds and commitment to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Meet classes as scheduled and deliver instruction aligned with course outlines.
• Develop and distribute a written syllabus communicating course objectives, grading, and policies.
• Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback and grades.
• Maintain records and complete required reports per district procedures.
• Participate in department meetings and contribute to curriculum development.
• Abide by district policies and collective bargaining agreement.

Skills

Student assessment

Classroom management

Communication skills

Instruction planning

Education

Master’s in chemistry

Bachelor’s in chemistry or biochemistry

Master’s in biochemistry

Master’s in chemical engineering

Master’s in chemical physics

Master’s in physics

Master’s in molecular biology

Master’s in geochemistry

Equivalent qualification

Job description

College of the Desert invites qualified individuals to join our adjunct pool as Chemistry instructors. Responsibilities include planning, delivering, and evaluating chemistry courses across Palm Desert Campus and other district sites.

In-person teaching is the primary modality, with lectures, labs, and student support scheduled across day, evening, and weekend slots. Minimum qualifications specify a Master’s in chemistry or an equivalent combination of degrees, plus sensitivity to diverse