Instructor of Chemistry - Adjunct Faculty

McHenry County College; Bull Valley (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

McHenry County College seeks a passionate Chemistry Instructor to engage students and ensure academic success. The role includes teaching various course modalities, developing syllabi, and committing to professional growth while utilizing educational technology. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry and demonstrate effective teaching strategies and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Chemistry required.
• Experience in teaching Chemistry is essential.
• Willingness to use educational technology in instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses assigned by the College in-person or online.
• Develop syllabus based on college template.
• Conduct assessments and maintain attendance records.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Master’s degree in Chemistry

18 graduate credit hours in Chemistry

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Workweek

Salaries are dependent upon education and semesters taught at MCC.

Position Summary

MCC instructors are higher-education professionals who champion student learning. They engage and inspire students, applying innovative teaching and learning pedagogies in instruction. They assess student learning to ensure students success, staying abreast of trends in the discipline. Our instructors collaborate within the College as discipline experts, helping the College reach its strategic goals through active participation in college committees and by promoting the College to future students throughout our community.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

Teach courses assigned by the College.

Proficient teaching courses via in person, blended or online modalities.

Available to teach daytime, evening, or weekend classes, as needed

Available for student conferences either before or after class, and by college email if necessary

Develop syllabus using MCC syllabus template

Work cooperatively within the department, the division, and throughout the College in striving for educational excellence

Conduct regular assessment of student learning

Maintain and submit accurate student and course-related paperwork and data needed for college purposes in a timely fashion

Document and report attendance daily and maintain and submit accurate attendance records weekly

Submit grade reports electronically by the required date

Utilize a variety of teaching styles to satisfy the different learning styles of students

Utilize computer-based instruction and databases when necessary

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in chemistry or master’s degree plus 18 graduate credit hours in chemistry

Experience teaching chemistry

Willingness to use educational technology (i.e. course management platforms such as Canvas)

Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, especially regarding contemporary expertisespecific to assigned teaching content

Commitment to the mission of the community college, and to teaching and motivating community college students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds and learning styles

Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

Equal Employment Opportunity

McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission, employment, participation in educational programs, or activities, without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disabilities, military status, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge from military service, or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring, promotion, termination, wages or salaries, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. MCC is committed to diversity and inclusion in its college community. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in any aspect of the hiring process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].