Part-time Faculty Physics Instructor

Part-time Faculty Physics Instructor

Montgomery College Department of Engineering, Physical, and Computer Sciences is currently accepting applications for openings as a part-time faculty member teaching Physics courses. This position may be taught at any of three campuses – Germantown, Rockville, or Takoma Park/Silver Spring. We seek an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who exhibits a high degree of professionalism, a strong commitment to our students, and demonstrates the ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner.

• The listing of a course in the schedule of classes as “TBA” does not constitute an assignment.
• The hiring decision for part-time faculty involves an academic judgment and shall be determined at Management’s sole discretion.
• During the academic year part-time faculty may teach no more than 11.5 ESH per semester and no more than 23 ESH per academic year.
• During summer part-time faculty may teach no more than 10 ESH for both sessions combined.

• Teach physics courses.
• Conduct assigned classes in accordance with the catalog description, the course syllabi, and the stipulations of the College.
• Be available for student consultation.
• Participate, when possible, in departmental meetings.
• Hold every scheduled class, including the final examination, the full scheduled number of minutes during the scheduled time in the scheduled location.
• Maintain standards of teaching consistent with the standards of the department and the College.
• Submit a copy of the syllabi, along with the course materials, to the department.
• Submit midterm and final grades on time.
• Return final exams to the department.
• Participate in alternate assignments as needed by the department.

• Master’s Degree in Physics or a related field or discipline.
• Strong communication skills.
• Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.

• Minimum of one semester of teaching experience (Graduate school teaching assistance is acceptable).
• Demonstrated excellence in classroom instruction using a variety of teaching methods.
• Use of technology in instruction.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
  Demonstrated currency in the discipline.
• Experience in working with students of culturally diverse backgrounds and/or underprepared students.
• Understanding of and commitment to the community college mission.
• Experience in distance delivery and other instructional methods.

For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.

Employees must live in Maryland or a state where the College has payroll reciprocity (DC, VA, PA, WV, DE, MA).

• Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at  or (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.

Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

Monday, March 16, 2026

Entry level

Part-time

Education and Training