Chemistry Faculty

Class Description

CCBC is currently seeking an individual prepared to teach various

Chemistry lecture and lab courses including introductory, general,and organic chemistry. Fifteen credit hours of instruction per semester, office hours, college and community service, and ongoing professional development are required. The position is located onone of our campuses but may require teaching classes at other locations scheduled during days, evenings, or weekends.

Preferred candidates are enthusiastic about content and pedagogy,use best teaching practices, and are committed to student learning.

Preference will be given to applicants who present evidenceofexcellence in teaching, experience at the Community College level,and those who through education and experience demonstrate abilityto teach across multiple Physical Science disciplines. Please see:http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to find courses in the sciences.

- Please attach copies of your cover letter, CV or resume, and anunofficial copy of any transcripts that demonstrate proof of qualifications for the position.

- Three letters of recommendation will be requested from candidates selected to be interviewed.

Master's degree in Chemistry or a related field with significant relevant coursework required. Must have two years of teaching

Chemistry at the high school level or above.

Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work effectively with colleagues and students.

Experience working with diverse populations in a learning environment and experience with the use of technology in teachingscience.

Must be able to operate Chemistry laboratory equipment.

Must be prepared to teach Introductory, General and Organic Chemistry.

• Facilitate and support student learning by developing and providing clear and effective instruction using traditional and technology-based instruction.
• Meet all classes as assigned during instructional periods.
  
  Basic teaching load is 15 contact hours each week.
• Communicate effectively with students by disseminating academic information including syllabi and academic policies and by responding to e-mails and phone calls from students in a timely manner.
• Provide opportunities to meet with students (office hours) atleast one hour each week for scheduled or unscheduled meetings foreach three credits of teaching contact hours.
• Provide effective and appropriate assessment with prompt qualitative and quantitative feedback.
• Keep instructional materials and student work organized and accessible.
• Maintain the Learning Management System site, providing students access to syllabi, grades and other supplemental course material.
• Support students and other college units and comply with relevant state and federal laws (nominate tutors, write letters of recommendation, refer students to counseling, assist students with special needs, suggest library purchases, help resolve registration issues, maintain student privacy).
• Collaborate with colleagues in ongoing curricular development including content update, curricular alignment, assessment activities and record keeping.
• Collaborate with staff by completing and submitting reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Attend and participate in committee, departmental, College and School meetings.
• Provide College and Community Service through collegial and individual initiatives.
• Maintain and develop professional expertise through ongoing professional development or scholarship.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and arenot intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.