Instructor - Biology

Colorado Community College System Career Site; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Community College of Denver (CCD) invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Biology to teach General Biology courses at the Auraria Campus in Denver. The role encompasses class preparation and the creation and management of course content.

The successful candidate will deliver instruction, adapt to schedule fluctuations, and contribute to student engagement. A Master’s degree in Biological Science with at least 18 graduate credits is required; prior community college teaching is

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biological Science or related field, with at least 18 graduate credits in the taught discipline.
• Previous community college teaching experience is preferred.
• Experience aligning course content with curriculum and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned General Biology classes.
• Prepare and manage course content and materials.
• Schedule classes based on timetable, budget, and enrollment.

Skills

Curriculum development

Environmental science

Education

Master’s degree in Biological Science

18 graduate credit hours in the discipline

Job description

Title: Instructor - BIO

Position Type: Instructor

College: Community College of Denver

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: CCD Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Pathway

Campus: Auraria Campus

Location: Denver

Who We Are

The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the instruction of General Biology classes. This includes preparation for classes and the creation and management of course content.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Adjunct Instructor for Biology will teach assigned classes. The days and times of classes are dependent on schedule, budget, and enrollment.

Competencies/KSAs

• Preferred experience with curriculum development.
• Preferred environmental science experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: The successful Biology adjunct instructor must have a Master’s degree in a Biological Science or related Master’s degree and at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline to be taught.

Experience: Previous experience teaching in a community college setting is preferred.

Selection Process

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
• Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred
• Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable

All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts

Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered.

For pay information, please refer to the following: https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrix

Additional Information/Benefits

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.

If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority.

The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.