Part time Physics Instructor

Overview

Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services. Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty and staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posting Number: 0602817

Position Title:

Part Time

Position Type:
Faculty Position (Full Time/Part Time)

Department/Office:
Instruction

Why Join WCC?

• An inclusive, welcoming environment for our students, faculty and staff
• WCC tuition waiver of 3 credit hours per semester
• Retirement options and flexible schedules available
• Great discounts at WCC’s Health & Fitness Center, Barnes & Noble Bookstore and more

WCC is actively recruiting for part time physics instructors to teach on campus for upcoming semesters. Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is seeking a Part Time Physics Instructor to teach Physics (PHY) credit courses on campus. Needs may become available prior to or during each semester. Upon successful submission of your application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts, you will be considered for teaching opportunities on a per course basis.

All courses will be taught on campus only. Be a part of our talented instructional team!

• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to student learning.
• Prepare for and instruct assigned course(s) through the use of appropriate learning experiences and materials as assigned by the lead physics faculty, which provide the opportunity to meet overall course objectives and program goals.
• Adhere to course syllabus and submission of any data needed to complete assessment reports as directed by lead physics faculty.
• Evaluate student progress through day-to-day evaluation, written examinations and overall observation.
• Prepare and grade exams, assignments, and/or lab reports in a meaningful way to promote continued student growth, returning graded assignments to students in a timely manner, and assigning midterm and final grades for all students, meeting all institutional deadlines for completion.
• Actively support student success through guidance, advising and assisting individual students as needed.
• Participate in professional activities including, but not limited to, lab training sessions, data collection for course assessment, examination development, and other professional planning activities.
• Encourage students to complete the Student Opinion Questionnaires (SOQs).
• Maintain levels of professional knowledge and expertise, including compliance training.
• Adhere to and support all departmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Hours/

Schedule:

Schedules vary according to class schedules. The terms of employment are based on college enrollment and class enrollment.

Minimum Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Earned Master’s degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution in Physics or Engineering discipline relevant to teaching assignment OR master’s degree in related field with minimum 18 graduate credits in Physics or relevant Engineering discipline.
• Teaching experience required.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Recent, successful post-secondary teaching experience in Physics courses.

Posting Date: 10/06/2025

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services. Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty and staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary/Hourly Rate: $69.66

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