Physics / Astronomy Instructor- 9 month

NC Community Colleges; Blue Ridge (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Community Colleges seeks a qualified Physics/Astronomy lecturer to sustain high-quality teaching across in-person, hybrid, and online formats. The role includes evening courses at multiple campuses or partner high schools and requires 18 graduate hours in the discipline along with a Masters.

Two years of teaching experience is preferred. The position encompasses advising, thorough record-keeping, and active participation in program assessment while maintaining lab spaces and equipment safety.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics or Astronomy (or closely related field) with 18 graduate hours in the discipline.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience or relevant instructional environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physics and Astronomy, including seated, hybrid, and online classes at multiple campus locations or area high schools.
• Advise students in assigned programs and track student performance and attendance.
• Maintain accurate records for assessment, attendance and student outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with College policies and federal/state guidelines; protect confidentiality.
• Manage physics and astronomy lab spaces, equipment, supplies, and lab safety.

Skills

English communication

Integrity & safety

Team player

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Education

Master’s degree in Physics/Astronomy with 18 graduate hours

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database systems

College email/website

Job description

Sustain high quality teaching performance in Physics and Astronomy discipline including appropriate course loads. This load may include seated, hybrid, and online classes with day and evening course assignments which may include courses at any campus location or at any area high school. Physics instruction is required, preferred that the candidate is also qualified to teach astronomy and/or math (18 graduate hours in subject area needed).

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Maintain mastery and currency in the field.
• Market, recruit, and retain students in all college programs
• Advising students in the areas/programs assigned.
• Perform record-keeping functions in the areas of assessment, attendance, and student performance in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance and confidentiality with all policies and procedures of the College, NC Community College System, and applicable State and Federal agencies.
• Responsible for the physics and astronomy lab spaces, including maintaining equipment, ordering supplies, and lab safety.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in a wide variety of extra-curricula committee and campus support functions to include: scholarships, grants, campus marketing, accreditation, inter-institutional and system cooperative programs.
• Program planning and support of Institutional Effectiveness plan.Participates in assessment efforts to ensure student learning outcomes in courses taught are developed and assessed, and assessment activities related to program learning outcomes to ensure prompt reporting on related PLO maps.
• Maintain working relationships with all college employees while at the same time demonstrating sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Must have Master’s Degree in Physics, Astronomy, or a master’s degree in a closely related field with 18 graduate hours in the discipline.
Experience: A minimum of two years of teaching experience, or relevant professional experience in a workplace setting or demonstrated instructional/teaching environment.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong personal and professional integrity, work-ethic and a commitment to safety.
• Student-centered mindset.
• Solution-centered mindset, works well in a team setting.
• Team player who contributes to a positive environment and a department workplace emphasizing institutional core values.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
• Demonstrate proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite or similar products, database systems, College email and website, and other computer applications associated with the position.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with community organizations, high school partners, college staff, and the general public.
• Flexible schedule- is available in the evenings and on weekends as needed.

Additional Information

Physical Demands:
The ability to perform all duties associated with the position including, but not limited to lifting, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines.