Faculty Biology

Summary

The College seeks a full-time, student-centered instructor who will teach Human Anatomy and Physiology and general Biology courses. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, primarily in-person instruction across CCC campuses as assigned, develop curriculum, participate in program- and course-level assessment, assist students outside of regularly scheduled class time, and contribute to college governance and improvement through committee and leadership service. Ability to work collegially in a team environment, experience with adult learners, and proficiency with learning management systems are required.

Applicants must be able to work with diverse students and colleagues. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position that is contingent on District Governing Board approval.

• Teaches 30 load hours per year in a professional manner
• Provides assistance to students outside of class time
• Maintains a minimum of five posted office hours per week
• Adheres to course outlines and student learning objectives
• Responds to student inquiries promptly

• Adheres to a professional code of conduct and ethics
• Collaborates with other college employees as necessary and appropriate
• Assists with acquiring and organizing course supplies when necessary

• Maintains and reports instructional records including grades and FTSE according to institutional calendar
• Utilizes learning management system (Canvas) as established in college procedure
• Utilizes College email and responds promptly

• Provides schedule-building input and review as requested by Lead Faculty or Dean

• Cooperates with supervisor on the department budget
• Maintains fiscal responsibility

• Promotes the mission, vision, guiding principles, and strategic plan of the College
• Participates in the development, implementation, and assessment of courses and programs, including the assessment of student learning outcomes as prescribed by department and division

• Develops syllabi in accordance with College procedure and course outlines
• Develops new or revises existing curricula as needed, which may include College supported Articulation Task Force (ATF) participation
• Remains current in the assigned discipline(s)
• Maintains discipline/course specific certifications and licensure where appropriate

• Leads collaboration amongst faculty in designated courses to facilitate consistency between sections as overseen by the lead faculty
• Assists in the evaluation or mentoring of part-time faculty as requested
• Participates in the operation and/or shared governance of the college through college committee assignments and department/division meetings
• Assists in building programs and event planning relevant to their discipline, and recruiting and retaining students in that program
• Serves as a professional role model for students and faculty
• Champions a collaborative and positive educational environment for all members of the College community

• Knowledge of current and effective pedagogical techniques
• Ability to teach assigned courses effectively
• Knowledge of the subject areas in the assigned discipline(s)
• Available to teach during various hours of the day or evening, and work at alternate CCC sites
• Ability to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality with students and staff
• Ability to support and promote the mission, vision, guiding principles, and strategic plan of the College
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse and team environment
• Ability to integrate subject area with other related curricula
• Capacity to be flexible
• Ability to teach using online learning management systems
• Knowledge of common computer software
• Knowledge of the applicable state and federal laws, such as Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Fluency in written and oral communications

• Master's degree in Biology or related field with 18 graduate level credit hours in Biology
• One year teaching experience in Biology or related field at the college level

• Three years of college‑level teaching…