Adjunct Professor - Astronomy

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Subject to criminal background check. Employees must reside in Texas or Oklahoma. Resume, Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae & Transcripts required in addition to application. Salary: $680/load unit. plus $680/lab taught. Possible additional compensation for large class size
. Classes scheduled during the day or evenings depending on enrollment. Hours and location dependent upon course schedule and enrollment.

North Central Texas College (“NCTC”) is an equal opportunity employer. NCTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, disability, age, genetics, equal pay, or any other legally protected characteristic. NCTC prohibits harassment on the basis of a legally protected characteristic and/or retaliation for reporting a complaint.

Posting Number

Posting Number 9001847

Title

Title Adjunct Professor - Astronomy

Position Type

Position Type Adjunct Faculty

Department

Department Physics

North Central Texas College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach various astronomy courses throughout the academic year. Adjunct instructors are responsible for planning and teaching both lecture and laboratory classes in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online).

This position carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of North Central Texas College in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment while embracing positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to our students and employees.

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of course and program objectives and to contribute to the overall educational environment of the college and community and to provide related services such as academic advising, committee participation, professional development, community development as well as other service support that is needed in the fulfillment of the North Central Texas College’s Mission.

Duties include:

• Planning and teaching undergraduate courses in astronomy.
• Treating students and colleagues with respect.
• Active involvement in issues of institutional effectiveness including student learning outcomes, program level outcomes, and marketable skill achievement.
• Focusing teaching and outreach efforts on student success.
• Maintaining accurate and complete course records as required by North Central Texas College.
• Participating in planning, implementing and evaluating assigned courses.
• Working effectively within a group or independently; student oriented and able to meet deadlines. Other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change based on the needs of the department and the institution.

Required Education

Master’s degree in Astronomy or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Astronomy

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exhibition of respect and professionalism in a spirit of collegiality.
• Ability to promote an effective environment for learning in lecture and lab experiences.
• Ability to teach students using a variety of teaching methods.
• Knowledge of online delivery methods and course development.
• Experience using Canvas LMS preferred

Preferred Skills & Abilities

Required Experience

Experience teaching astronomy or physics required.

Preferred Experience

Community college, dual credit and/or public‑school teaching experience preferred. Online teaching experience preferred.

Posting Date 03/28/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Subject to criminal background check. Employees must reside in Texas or Oklahoma. Resume, Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae & Transcripts required in addition to application. Salary: $680/load unit. plus $680/lab taught. Possible additional compensation for large class size
. Classes scheduled during the day or evenings depending on enrollment. Hours and location dependent upon course schedule and enrollment.

North Central Texas College (“NCTC”) is an equal opportunity employer. NCTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin,…