Adjunct Instructor – Microbiology Job Dover area,Delaware USA,Education / Teaching

Summary Statement

An incumbent is responsible for implementing curricula, instructing assigned courses consistent with syllabi, evaluating student learning, and fostering student success.

Nature and Scope

An incumbent in this class reports to the Dean of Instruction and/or the Instructional Director, Department Chairperson, or Program Coordinator. The incumbent is expected to plan, organize, and instruct in a manner that promotes successful student learning in alignment with the College’s values and goals.

Principal Accountabilities

Plan, organize, and instruct courses as assigned, utilizing effective instructional strategies, the learning management system, and instructional technology to promote student success.

Demonstrate sound practices in instruction and classroom management that respond to students’ diverse academic needs.

Follow the prescribed course outline and use texts selected by the department, plus supplemental material deemed appropriate.

Provide instruction according to the class meeting schedule and instructional hours established for the session and delivery method, notifying the Department Chairperson of any necessary cancellations promptly.

Assist students toward the successful completion of courses by providing outreach, guidance, and timely feedback.

Make oneself accessible and available to answer students’ questions in a timely manner.

Adhere to College policies and procedures related to employment, academic matters, student behavior, and the Academic Calendar, maintaining timely student records and reporting progress and attendance.

Encourage students to complete the course evaluation form, review summaries, and develop improvement plans as appropriate.

Attend and participate in College meetings for orientation, professional development, or other departmental or operational activities as assigned.

Perform other related duties as required.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of sound instructional techniques and methods.
Knowledge of relevant subject matter in the incumbent’s discipline/department.
Knowledge of computers and instructional methodology.
Knowledge of theoretical foundations of learning and instruction as applied to face‑to‑face, hybrid, and distance learning environments.
Knowledge of and understanding of competency‑based learning.
Ability to use teaching strategies that promote learning by addressing different learning styles.
Ability to use assessment to enhance learning.
Ability to understand, evaluate, and appropriately use instructional technology.
Ability to create an inclusive environment that respects diverse talents and learning approaches.
Ability to maintain a commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with a diverse population in a multicultural environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Four (4) years of relevant experience.

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