PT - Adjunct Faculty, Biology

Arizona Western College; Yuma (AZ); Hybrid; USD 920,581 - 1,311,130; Part time

Job summary

Arizona Western College seeks an adjunct faculty member to deliver high‑quality instruction across multiple platforms, including in‑person and online formats. The role emphasizes updated course content, effective use of classroom technology, and timely administration of grades and attendance using the college’s systems.

The position requires advanced degrees or substantial related experience, familiarity with FERPA guidelines, and the ability to work across campuses, including remote learning

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the discipline, or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline, or a Master’s degree in any discipline with three years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with industry license/certification and three years of related experience, or a Bachelor’s with a current Arizona teaching certificate and three years of teaching in the content area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality instruction using evidence‑based practices.
• Incorporate classroom technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Develop and deliver course content, administer assessments, and provide feedback in the LMS.
• Maintain accurate records and submit reports timely.
• Communicate professionally and adhere to policies and standards.
• Support strategic planning and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Educational technology

Time management

Student support

Education

Master's degree in discipline or related field with 18 graduate hours

Bachelor's degree with industry certification or Arizona teaching certificate

Tools

Learning management systems (LMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary

$810 per equated load hour (most courses are 3‑4 eq. load hours)

Summary of Function

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for delivering high‑quality instruction, incorporating relevant classroom technology, and ensuring course content is up to date. Key responsibilities include fostering a supportive classroom environment, staying informed about developments within their field, maintaining accurate records, fostering and submitting reports on time, communicating professionally, and adhering to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.

Typical Duties

• Serves students by fulfilling the institution’s Student Experience Statement.
• Provides instruction using appropriate strategies that demonstrate teaching excellence through evidence‑based practices that foster student learning. Effectively integrates instructional and classroom technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Develops, plans, and delivers course content, administers assessments, and provides feedback and grades to students through the learning management system. Ensures that course content and materials are updated and aligned with current curriculum goals, student learning outcomes, and course objectives.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time, including grades and attendance, in accordance with institutional requirements, utilizing designated reporting tools.
• Acquires, maintains, and applies knowledge of best instructional practices and remains current in the assigned academic field, related occupational areas, and technologies.
• Offers academic support and fosters a classroom environment that engages learning at all levels.
• Responds to correspondence in a timely, thoughtful, and professional manner.
• Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in the discipline, OR a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline, OR a Master’s degree in any discipline with three years of full‑time work experience related to the course(s) taught.
• Bachelor’s degree with an industry‑recognized license or certification and three years of full‑time work experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree with a current Arizona teaching certificate in the discipline and three full‑time years teaching in the content area.
• Up to 19.5 hours per week or 8 equated load per semester; assignment time or load dependent upon institutional need.
• Instructional days and times are dependent upon semester course schedule and institutional need.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures.
• In‑depth knowledge of the academic discipline being taught.
• Knowledge of effective teaching methods and learning theories.
• Knowledge of curriculum design and assessment practices.
• Knowledge and ability to effectively utilize instructional technologies and learning platforms, including learning management systems.
• Skill in current technologies and word‑processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, and software specific to departmental operations.
• Skill and ability to be self‑directed and to manage one's own time.
• Skill and proficiency in planning and delivering engaging and effective instruction.
• Skill in creating and grading assessments that accurately measure student learning.
• Strong organizational skills to manage course materials, records, and administrative tasks.
• Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development.
• Ability to utilize appropriate instructional strategies and educational technology for various modalities.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to provide assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA guidelines.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public.
• Ability to provide instruction for all levels of learners including foundation or introductory courses.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Ability to address and resolve issues related to teaching and student learning.
• Ability to efficiently manage time to balance teaching, preparation, and administrative duties.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and the public.
• Inside classroom, lab, or office environment with normal noise and lighting levels.
• Outside instructional or lab area, if applicable to the academic field or content area.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• May lift, carry, push, and/or pull light (at least 5 pounds) amounts of weight.
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.

Travel

• May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation, and as needed to support department and institutional needs.
• Travel to additional campus locations to support instructional delivery and assignment.

Note

• Location may vary and include any AWC campus, AWC designated site, or remote.
• Faculty may be asked to teach on various campuses, via in‑person, online, hybrid, and virtual learning environments, as directed by the needs of the institution for a given semester.
• The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER