Adjunct - Biology; Part-Time

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Applications are accepted year‑round, and qualified candidates will be contacted as positions become available.

The Health and Public Safety Division at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is seeking applicants for part‑time adjunct positions in the Biology Department.

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Integrated Biology
• Pathophysiology
• Biology for Science and Non‑Science Majors
• Microbiology

• Establish a student‑centered classroom environment.
• Adequately prepare all course materials and lessons; preparation time may vary based on instructor experience.
• Provide each student with clear course expectations, evaluations, and timelines through an approved, standardized syllabus.
• Provide interesting and relevant assignments that demonstrate learning outcomes in a real‑life setting.
• Suitably challenge, engage, serve and communicate with students to encourage their participation and learning while maintaining mutual respect.
• Complete grade books, final grade sheets, learning assessments and final exam assessments on a timely basis, ensuring course and program learning outcomes are delivered as defined by the syllabus.
• Maintain an online record of each student's progress and keep it available upon request by students and/or appropriate college personnel.
• Facilitate meaningful learning of the course competencies and proactively support all facets of the learning environment.
• Create, administer, and grade examinations to assess achievement of course objectives as identified in the syllabus.
• Complete all end‑of‑term responsibilities—including submission of final grades, attendance records, and other designated materials—to the Academic Office.
• Consult with the academic area chair or other appropriate college personnel on questions or issues involving course curricula, instructional strategies, and college policies and procedures.
• Respond to requests from students, academic area chairs, department heads, committee chairs, and Records Office in a timely and thorough manner.

• Master's Degree in the teaching subject area, or a closely related master's degree with 18 graduate credit hours in the subject area.
• Previous teaching experience in an academic environment (e.g., adjunct, full‑time faculty, teaching assistant, high school educator) or at least 2 years of industry or business experience in the subject area.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to act effectively as a member of a team.
• Some night or weekend hours may be required.

• Previous teaching experience in an academic environment, specifically a community college.
• 2+ years of industry or business experience in the subject area.
• Experience teaching an online class or hybrid course in higher education.
• Experience working with students from diverse academic backgrounds and life experiences.
• Ability to build or enhance proficiency in the use of diverse methods of classroom technology, and innovative instructional/academic support systems and programs.

• Ability to create a positive learning environment that is respectful and promotes students first.
• Committed to the mission and values of Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated time‑management and detail‑oriented skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
• Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct supervision.
• Ability to learn from students' participation, demonstrate fair and consistent behavior, and show compassion without being ineffectual.

• Position available:
  Varies by semester.
• Compensation: $700 per contact hour for new part‑time adjuncts.
• Contractual Affiliation: N/A
• Exempt Classification:
  Non‑Exempt
• Status:
  Part time

Due to the high volume of candidates applying for part‑time adjunct positions, we will only follow up with candidates who are being considered for an interview. Your resume will remain on file…