Physical Science Instructor #2703

Trident Technical College; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Technical College seeks a Physical Sciences Instructor to deliver structured, inclusive instruction across traditional, hybrid, and online formats. The role emphasizes engaging students, measuring progress, and connecting course material to real-world applications.

The position requires developing curricula, maintaining office hours, advising students, and participating in college-wide improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in physical sciences or a master’s with at least 18 graduate hours in Physical Sciences.
• Ability to teach in traditional, hybrid, and online formats.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in physical sciences across traditional, hybrid, and online formats.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Develop, review, and revise curriculum, syllabi, and instructional materials.
• Utilize diverse teaching methods and instructional technologies to enhance learning.
• Maintain regular office hours and provide academic advising.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts, participate in curriculum planning, and engage in continuous improvement.
• Contribute to college service through committees or outreach activities and pursue professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Experience teaching in multipleFormats

Proficiency with instructional tech

Adaptability

Commitment to improvement

Education

Master’s degree in Physical Sciences

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Physical Sciences

Tools

Learning Management System

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The Physical Sciences Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality, systematically planned instruction in physical sciences courses across traditional, hybrid, and online formats. The instructor will create an inclusive and engaging learning environment that supports student success and achievement of learning outcomes while connecting course material to practical applications.

Responsibilities include evaluating student performance and providing timely, meaningful feedback, as well as developing, reviewing, and revising curriculum, syllabi, and instructional materials. The instructor will also utilize a variety of teaching methods and instructional technologies to enhance student learning and adapt to evolving educational environments.

The role requires maintaining regular office hours, providing academic advising, and supporting student development, recruitment, and retention efforts. In addition, the instructor will participate in curriculum planning and continuous improvement initiatives, contribute to college and community service through committees or outreach activities, pursue ongoing professional development, and perform other duties as assigned by the department head or division leadership.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

This position requires a master’s degree in physical sciences or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Physical Sciences. Applicants must submit unofficial transcripts with the application.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills, along with the ability to effectively engage and support diverse student populations. Experience teaching in multiple instructional formats, including online or hybrid environments, is preferred, as well as proficiency in instructional technologies and a willingness to adapt to evolving educational tools. Candidates who can teach flexible schedules and at multiple campus locations are preferred, along with those who show a commitment to continuous improvement in teaching practices, student success initiatives, and professional development.