Instructor, Biology

Job no: 495006

Work Type: Faculty Full-Time

Locations: Baton Rouge, LA

Categories: Science and Mathematics

College: BRCC

Department: Academic & Student Affairs

Sub department: STEM, Transportation & Energy

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

Salary:

• Provide learning experiences in accordance with students’ needs and abilities
• Create a learning environment in which all students are treated equitably and with respect for diversity
• Make adequate preparation for the instructional process to ensure that course content is presented in a manner suitable for students with varying learning styles
• Direct students not on the official class roster to the Office of Enrollment Management to correct enrollment problems, restricting attendance to officially enrolled students
• Meet all scheduled classes within the appropriate timeframe and provide opportunities for student conferences either online, by phone, or through face‑to‑face interactions
• Be punctual with respect to class meetings and provide instruction for the entire class period
• Notify academic program manager/department chair of absences and promptly provide course continuity plans
• Utilize Canvas or other learning management systems as appropriate and required
• Use instructional and technological resources such as the library, Digital Learning and Academic Support Center (DLASC), and computer technology as appropriate
• Provide classroom instruction in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and federal harassment policies
• Alert the department chair or academic program manager of any instances of academic dishonesty
• Maintain a minimum of 10 office hours per week
• Maintain accurate grade and attendance records
• Assess learning outcomes and utilize results when planning and preparing future courses
• Administer final examinations for students during the scheduled exam period
• Participate in assigning course credit via prior learning assessment
• Participate in the teaching evaluation process

• Discuss with counselors and other appropriate personnel any student problems which may require special attention
• Advise students and perform special assigned duties related to the registration and retention of students

• Develop, assess, and revise curricula in accordance with the policies and procedures upheld by the Faculty Senate Courses and Curricula committee

• Engage in approved professional development activities related to pedagogy, assessment, and academic area of expertise to enhance one’s effectiveness in all aspects of teaching and course management

• Participate in recruitment, advising, and registration events
• Serve on college-wide committees and actively participate in committee activities throughout the term of service

• Adhere to professional standards of conduct
• Promote the College’s image in the community
• Promote an atmosphere of collegiality within one’s department and division
• Submit syllabi, office hours, grades, attendance, electronic timesheets, and other reports by established deadlines
• Attend all departmental, division, and general faculty meetings
• Collaborate with departmental and college‑wide colleagues in the selection of library resources, software, textbooks, and classroom equipment
• Attend college convocations and participate in commencement exercises (attired in appropriate academic regalia)
• Participate in the annual faculty performance evaluation process
• Participate in other duties as assigned

• Master’s degree or higher in the teaching discipline OR Master’s degree in any discipline with 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline Biology

• College-level teaching experience

• PhD in Biology or related field

• College-level teaching experience

• Attractive benefits package with retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
• Holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• Generous annual vacation and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort, and length of employment

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. BRCC is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. BRCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.