Instructor, Biology

Cleveland Community College; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Community College in Shelby, NC is seeking a Biology instructor to teach a course load across online, hybrid, and in-person formats. The role emphasizes student success, instructional technology, and effective classroom management on campus and at partner sites.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Biology (or related) with a laboratory focus, excellent communication, and the ability to deliver engaging, outcome-driven instruction.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or a closely related discipline or a master’s with 18 graduate credit hours in Biology.
• Ability to teach biology courses including laboratory instruction.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to student success and effective teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach course load appropriate for assigned field or program.
• Deliver online, hybrid, or traditional in-person courses.
• Maintain accurate records and submit final grade rosters each semester.
• Provide a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Engage with students via email, phone, or conferences.

Skills

Communication

Teaching with tech

Student success focus

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Master’s degree in Biology or related field

18 graduate credit hours in Biology

Tools

Canvas

MS Office

Job description

• Work a 35-hour work week, which includes eight office hours per week.
• Maintain posted student and on-campus hours to meet the needs of the student.
• Teach a course load appropriate for assigned field or program.
• Teaching loads may include online, hybrid, or traditional in-person courses. Instructors may be assigned to teach during daytime or evening hours and may be required to provide instruction on the college campus and/or at local high school locations and clinical rotations.
• Provide equitable course content and student learning outcomes in all courses regardless of location or delivery method.
• Be available to students via email, phone, or personal conferences.
• Maintain proficiency with all classroom equipment both on and off campus. Keep equipment secure.
• Provide a safe, positive, and clean learning environment.
• Remain current on teaching methods with technology and enhance instructional delivery and learning outcomes.
• Demonstrate proficiency of the College Learning Management System to deliver online instruction and enhance on campus and off campus instruction through all courses.
• Make all courses taught accessible to all students.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to academic programs each semester according to established deadlines.
• Promote completion of end-of-course student evaluations.
• Develop course syllabi according to NCCCS (North Carolina Community College System) course descriptions and College standards and adhere to course syllabus.
• Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from colleagues, divisions, the College and all academic program needs.
• Allow and encourage participation in other College-required surveys (e.g. CCSSE : Community College Student Survey of Engagement).
• Assist with the College’s library collection development by selecting, evaluating, and weeding learning resources in each appropriate discipline as requested.
• Adherence to the College’s Policies and Procedures Manual.

Assessment and Evaluation

• Participate in program and course assessments to ensure academic quality and continuous improvement.
• Analyze assessment data to inform teaching practices and curriculum development.
• Complete end-of-course assessments, formative (on-going) assessments and incorporate adjustments with teaching methods in order to meet learning outcomes.

Professional Development

• Participate in 10 hours or professional development activities each academic year and College-required training.
• Record professional development as part of the annual review.
• Stay current with developments in the field through research, conferences, and networking.

Student Engagement and Support

• Participate in student recruitment, advisement, advisory committee meetings, curriculum development, and registration.
• Assist with job placement or possible study assignments, depending upon department need.
• Participate in all graduation ceremonies.
• Participate in the marketing, recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff.
• Responsible for collaborating with industry and 4-year educational partners.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with agencies and organizations within the community/industry which are pertinent to departmental programs and to perspective graduates.

College and Community Engagement

• Participate in required meetings and events.
• Participate in SkillsUSA competitions relevant to the respective program.
• Establish and cultivate effective relationships with community agencies, employers, and educational partners.
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others in a collegial environment.
• Serve on college committees and participate in college-wide initiatives.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Perform other duties as assigned and related assignments incident to the work described herein.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or a closely related discipline from a regionally accredited institution, or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in Biology.
• Demonstrate knowledge of biological sciences and ability to teach college-level biology courses, including laboratory instruction.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate commitment to student success and effective teaching practices.
• Ability to use instructional technology and learning management systems to support student learning.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively and collegially with others.
• Skilled in the use of computers and commitment to use of technology.
• Experience with current version of MS Office or similar programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Provide exceptional customer service with people internal and external to the institution.
• Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Effectiveness in the following College organizational competencies:
• Translating College purpose, values, and vision into organizational action
• Collaborating and facilitating
• Creating and innovating
• Anticipating and responding to change
• Providing vision and leadership
• Flexible and adapts to change
• Ability to multi-task with multiple departments and activities of others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of teaching experience in higher education, preferably at a community college.
• Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology, General Biology, and/or Microbiology, including laboratory instruction.
• Experience teaching online, hybrid, and traditional face-to-face courses.
• Experience using Canvas or a comparable learning management system.
• Experience developing curriculum, assessing student learning outcomes, and implementing instructional improvements.
• Experience teaching dual-enrollment or Career and College Promise students.

Salary Range

Salary Range Based on experience. Salary range - $50,085-$75,159.