Professor Natural Sciences

To educate students in natural sciences and to provide leadership in the development and implementation of departmental and institutional activities that advance the mission of the college. This position reports to the Natural Sciences Department Chair at NHTI - Concord’s Community College.

• Teaches an assigned academic course schedule across the entire natural sciences curriculum and other related science courses, as assigned in the classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical setting as appropriate for the academic program and supervises educational activities of students under actual or simulated situations;
• Demonstrates teaching effectiveness through the development, modification, and evaluation of program curricula and instructional materials that comply with established course content, integrate theory with applications, clearly define course goals, observe program and institutional accreditations standards, promote critical thinking and life skills, and respond to diverse academic needs;
• Maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs and advises individuals or groups of students in academic matters relevant to the academic area of specialization and exercises professional judgment in referring students to appropriate personnel;
• Supervises student learning activities and academic progress and maintains accurate records of student progress and accomplishments. Consults with and interprets these to students and maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs;
• Provides leadership, guidance, and academic support to students enrolled in Anatomy & Physiology, general biology, and other natural science courses by fostering student engagement, promoting effective study and critical thinking skills, facilitating academic success initiatives, identifying and addressing learning challenges, and collaborating with faculty and student support services to enhance student retention, persistence, and achievement.
• Assists with the selection, placement, and follow-up of students as appropriate;
• Coordinates and leads departmental activities and operations by meeting with executive and advisory groups to discuss needs, career developments, and the effectiveness of instruction, developing and evaluating credit and non-credit programs and/or courses, mentoring faculty in subject area competency and instructional expertise, actively cultivating and maintaining collaborative relationships with business and industry within the field of instruction, and engaging in outreach to educational partners for the development and implementation of articulation initiatives;
• Provides leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of college sponsored recruitment and retention activities including career and job fairs, student orientations, registrations, and award ceremonies, and/or advising student activity groups, as assigned;
• Engages in professional activities related to the area of teaching specialization that partner the college with the wider community by serving on college or system teams, or participating in community-sponsored events, as assigned;
• Remains technologically and pedagogically current within the specialized field of instruction through participation in relevant professional associations and educational & training activities. Utilizes appropriate instructional and administrative technologies as required for teaching effectiveness and college operations/communication;
• Serves on and leads college or system committees, as assigned;
• Observes all academic policies and procedures and institutional rules and regulations and demonstrates ethical and professional behavior;
• C omplies with all college,…