Chemistry Instructor (Reedley College) Part-Time Faculty Pool

State Center Community College District; Reedley (CA); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 85.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

State Center Community College District seeks a part-time Chemistry Instructor at Reedley College to provide instruction in chemistry in multiple formats, including evening, online, and on-campus settings. The position emphasizes equity and alignment with course objectives and requires maintaining records and syllabi.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in chemistry (or equivalent) and relevant teaching credentials, with a commitment to developing engaging curricula and supporting diverse student

Qualifikationen

• Master’s in chemistry or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For the second path, master’s in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology or geochemistry is required.
• A valid California Community College credential or equivalency is acceptable.

Aufgaben

• Teach chemistry in diverse instructional settings (lecture, lab, online, hybrid).
• Maintain professional standards and course outlines of record.
• Develop syllabi, assess student progress, and report grades.
• Utilize technology to enhance instruction and student learning.
• Support student success and equity in the classroom.

Kenntnisse

Effective communication

Teaching chemistry

Diversity awareness

Ausbildung

Master’s in chemistry

Bachelor’s in chemistry/biochemistry + master’s in related field

Community college credential

Equivalency consideration

Jobbeschreibung

Chemistry Instructor (Reedley College) Part-Time Faculty Pool

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

Campus Location Reedley College

Essential Functions of Position

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. The successful candidate will join a department dedicated to the use of curriculum responsive to the students it serves. Providing instruction in Chemistry 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 chemistry;
• Teaching the principles and applications of chemical instrumentation;
• 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 chemistry; OR
• Bachelor’s in chemistry or biochemistry AND master's in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology or geochemistry; OR
• A valid California Community College credential; OR
• The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to provide quality instruction at the community college level with an emphasis on introductory level college chemistry courses;
• Broad based academic preparation in chemistry;
• An understanding of current chemistry research trends and/or methodology;
• Related work and professional experience;
• Knowledge of current laboratory safety practices and procedures;
• Commitment to professional growth;
• 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.

Selection Procedure

The selection and hiring process will be explained by the hiring department if the candidate is extended an opportunity to interview. Please note: This position does not have a closing date and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position(s) is/are filled. By applying for this position, you understand that you will be placed in a continuous pool. If at any time you are no longer interested in this position, please withdraw your application.