STEM Chemistry Full-Time Instructor

Luna; Las Vegas (NM); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Luna Community College in Las Vegas, NM, is seeking a STEM Chemistry Full-Time Instructor to teach required chemistry courses essential for certificates and associate degrees in STEM. The position requires preparing lectures, assessments, and active-learning strategies, with travel to satellite locations as needed.

A Master’s degree in a related field and 18 graduate credits in Chemistry are required; two years of teaching experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field and 18 graduate-level credits in Chemistry are required.
• Two years of teaching/instruction experience is preferred.
• Ability to teach in-person and online formats as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present course descriptions, lesson plans, and lectures with active-learning techniques.
• Grade assignments, tests, and quizzes and provide tutoring.
• Participate in program and curriculum development and accreditation reporting.
• Travel to satellite locations for instruction as needed.

Skills

Adult learning theory

Curriculum development

Classroom instruction

Online teaching

Counseling and advising

Education

Master’s degree in related field

18 graduate credits in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning Management Systems

Job description

## STEM Chemistry Full-Time InstructorApply: LCC Main Campus: Full time: Posted 5 Days Ago: End Date: October 8, 2026 (9 days left to apply): JR112080**Compensation**$44,800 Annual Salary**Compensation Type:**Exempt**Employment Type:**Regular**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**40**Grade:**E08**Department:**Instruction**Position Summary**This position is responsible for instructing students in required academic courses in Chemistry necessary for the pursuit of certificates and associates degrees in the area of STEM. The incumbent in this role will be required to complete all required and necessary assessment reports related to the course(s) taught at the request of the college/Academic Director as it relates to accreditation and assessment. The incumbent in the position will be required to travel to satellite locations and/or locations designed by the college for instruction.**Duties & Responsibilities** **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** * Prepares and presents course descriptions, lesson plans, and classroom lectures, and implements techniques to facilitate student-active learning.* Prepares and grades assignments, tests and quizzes; develops handouts and other learning aids.* Participates in program and curriculum development. Provides one-to-one student and/or counseling, advising and tutoring. Analyzes and documents student progress; coordinates and schedules student tutors as appropriate. Provides necessary assessment and accreditation reporting as identified by the college and/or the Academic Director at the end of each teaching semester and/or academic year. In alignment with strategic goals.* Provides support to the department related to program review and end of year reports related to assessment and accreditation reporting.* Provides a positive classroom environment conducive to a positive student learning environment.* Participates in student recruitment, retention and placement efforts.* Represents the institution at state or other external forums as needed.* Participates in strategic and instructional meetings; student advisement, and professional development as needed.* Disseminates and analyzes reports and data from faculty related to the assessment of student learning to include attendance, failing grades, SLOAs, Program Review, accreditation reports etc.* Participates in institutional, professional and other internal committee activities.* Performs other duties as assigned.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES** * At least 18 credit hours at the graduate level in the subject matter teaching area.* Knowledge of adult-learning theory, curriculum development and classroom, laboratory, and field presentation techniques.* Knowledge of counseling and advising methods and techniques.* Knowledge of research methodology and information resources related to designated field(s) of study.* Basic supervisory and coaching principles and practices.* Proficient in operating equipment and performing work related to designated field(s) of study.* Ability to deliver courses in-person and online platforms as needed and identified by the college.* Ability to prepare and present classroom lectures and class work.* Proficient in the use of standard office equipment and applications including Microsoft Suites and other platforms used by the college.* Proficient in assessment practices and standards. **WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL FACTORS** * Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.* The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading and visual inspection.* The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.* This position is not a remote position and serves the college from the Las Vegas, New Mexico campus.* This position may be required to travel to various satellite/site locations for instructional and other purposes as designated by the college.* Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license without restrictions. **EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES** * Master’s Degree in related field and 18 graduate level credits in Chemistry.* Two years of teaching/instruction experience in the designated field is preferred. **As a part of your application, upload letter of interest, current resume, and official documentation confirming education.**