Instructor,Chemistry Job Fort Dodge area,Iowa USA,Education / Teaching

Iowa Central Community College is seeking a dedicated and student-focused Chemistry Instructor to provide high-quality instruction that promotes student learning, engagement, and success. The instructor will teach chemistry courses in accordance with departmental and College standards while fostering an inclusive learning environment, participating in departmental initiatives, and contributing to the mission of the College.

Instructional

Instructional

Effectively organizes and teaches course work in accordance with established and/or developed syllabi.

Demonstrates current knowledge of the subject matter being taught by presentations, activities, questions, and responses relevant to the course syllabus.

Uses class time to encourage active student involvement in the learning process.

Assesses the overall student learning in the class by using multiple classroom assessment techniques, documents the assessment, and uses the assessment data for instructional improvement.

Monitors and provides frequent and specific feedback to students regarding the attainment of the learning outcomes and their progress in the course.

Consistently displays evidence of organization and planning, including materials being available and the instructional sequence progressing logically.

Uses a variety of materials and resources which enhance the teaching of the course objectives.

Make use of a variety of teaching techniques and technologies appropriate for the course taught.

Develops and utilizes teaching strategies based upon current research.

Student Rapport

Treats all students with respect and modifies instruction to meet their academic needs.

Communicates with students in a positive, impartial manner.

Exercises good judgement in dealing with classroom problems and assumes responsibility for those actions.

Maintains confidentiality of student information.

Professional Development

Annually engages in professional development activities and seeks information about academic trends and ideas relating to teaching.

Department Related

Contributes to the achievements of department mission, goals/objectives, and responsibilities.

Develops and/or updates courses and course guides as assigned by the Dean.

Prepares, distributes, and submits first day handouts for all sections assigned to the faulty member in accordance with Department and College policies.

Encourages regular attendance and retention of students, including personally contacting students following absences to offer assistance and concern for their welfare.

Meets scheduled classes in accordance with College policy, beginning and ending class sessions according to published schedules.

Maintains scheduled office hours to insure accessibility to students and colleagues.

Maintains adequate and accurate records on class attendance and student grades. These records are submitted by the faculty member according to College policy and established deadlines.

Patriciates in student recruitment.

Participates in professional activities which enhance the interaction with adjunct instructors.

Requests in written form instructional equipment and supplies for the classroom/laboratory use.

College Related

Openly supports and promotes the vision/mission of the College and works to achieve the vision/mission of the College.

Exercises stewardship of College facilities, equipment, and materials, including properly using College facilities, equipment, and materials, reporting needed repairs, and supervising students regarding use of facilities and equipment.

Demonstrates good rapport with patrons and community members. Good public relations are evident.

Is professional in interacting with students, staff, and members of the communities served by the College.

Demonstrates a determined effort to maintain a good relationship with all other employees of the College.

Communicates consistently with students and staff using means established by the College, including email and voicemail.

Supports College sponsored activities and events

Attends Meetings as required by the college

Qualifications

Applicants must have at least a Master’s Degree in Chemistry or a Master’s Degree in a related field and twelve graduate credit hours in…

Instructor, Chemistry