Online Only Adjunct - Chemistry

St. Louis Community College; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking institution is seeking an Online Adjunct Instructor in Chemistry to empower students through transformative education. In this part-time role, you will deliver engaging online courses, utilize innovative teaching methods, and support student success while working collaboratively with academic teams. Your expertise in Chemistry and online education will play a vital role in enhancing the learning experience for students. Join a community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of learners and contribute to a culture of inclusivity and excellence. This opportunity allows you to inspire the next generation while enjoying a flexible teaching schedule.

Benefits

100% Retirement Match

Health Insurance Options

Low-Cost Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemistry or related fields required.
• Experience in online teaching and curriculum development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach contracted courses and facilitate meaningful learning experiences.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Online Teaching

Curriculum Development

Student Evaluation

Canvas Learning Management System

Engaging Assignments

Education

Master's Degree in Chemistry

18 Graduate Hours in Qualifying Fields

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Apply now Job no: 495880
Work type: Adjunct, Instructional, Part-time
Location: District-Wide
Categories: Academic Affairs, Other, Adjunct Faculty

Title: Online Only Adjunct - Chemistry

Employee Classification: P/T Faculty Monthly Pay

Department: Online Credit

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and education

Who we are:

St. Louis Community College (STLCC) is a non-profit institution dedicated to empowering students, expanding minds, and changing lives. Employees are committed to strengthening the St. Louis community with inclusive and transformative education.

What you get:

STLCC offers one of the best benefit packages in the St. Louis area. As a STLCC employee, you will have access to a 100% match on your contribution to retirement, two health insurance plan options that are no cost to the employee, low-cost life insurance with a 3x salary benefit, and other low-cost benefits including dental, vision, AD&D, and ST LT disability insurance.

The basics of this position:

An Online Adjunct Instructor is responsible for teaching contracted course(s) in accordance with STLCC curriculum requirements and meeting STLCC Standards and Mission. The Online Adjunct Instructor is contracted to teach and facilitate a meaningful learning experience of the course competencies in the curriculum, proactively supporting all facets of STLCC mission, and working with key members of the academic team to support student success.

What you'll do:

• When no course of record content is required, work with academic department and online education leadership to select texts and instructional materials and to prepare course materials that are in keeping with the course profile.
• Provide students a College approved syllabus.
• Use the College’s learning management system for all course activities unless otherwise approved by Online Education.
• Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered.
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and learning outcomes and provide feedback in a timely manner on student progress.
• Be available for student consultation through office hours or scheduled appointments by phone, email, and webinar technologies (minimum of one hour per course of instruction).
• Maintain required College records and submit required reports/documentation by all published due dates.
• Perform at least one student evaluation per semester of instruction.
• Attend the College’s annual adjunct training session and other required College trainings/meetings.
• Complete all College required training including certification for teaching online.

Education, experience, and other requirements:

Master's degree in Chemistry or a master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in a combination of the qualifying fields (Qualifying Fields: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Science Education (content specific)).

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Canvas learning management systems a plus. Experience using a variety of technologies/resources to integrate distance learning best practices into course design and instruction. Three years online teaching experience with a minimum of 36 credit hours of fully online instruction. Certified in the Quality Matters – Applying the Quality Matters Rubric workshop.