Biology Instructor Job Oxford area,Mississippi USA,Education / Teaching

Biology Instructor

The Biology Instructor is a full‐time, 9-month salaried position responsible for teaching Anatomy and Physiology and Biology courses. These responsibilities involve developing and implementing course syllabi, achieving student learning outcomes, evaluating student performance, record-keeping, and related activities. Related activities include, but are not limited to, advising, serving on various committees, participating in recruiting and retention efforts, and participating in professional activities and organizations.

This faculty position may require teaching assignments at one of the other campuses, (Senatobia or Oxford) with the primary office located at the Desoto campus.

Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Anatomy, Physiology, or Biology with a strong emphasis in Anatomy and Physiology or a closely related field; OR a Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, or a closely related field
Community College teaching experience preferred
Demonstrated experience teaching online
Proficiency in using learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard) and other educational technologies
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal communication skills required

Reports To: District Director of Natural Science Instruction

Contract Term: Nine (9) months

Hours: Typically, 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday), Dependent on the scheduling of labs and proctoring

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach a range of Anatomy and Physiology and Biology courses, potentially in various modalities (e.g. face-to-face, hybrid, online) and other courses as needed and/or qualified to teach

Prepare, administer, and grade essays, tests, other assignments, and/or program assessment data

Maintain a record of student attendance as required by the Mississippi Community College Board

Submit grades, attendance, and outcomes according to the academic calendar

Manage timely engagement, grading, and communication

Participate in departmental meetings and committee assignments

Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and safety protocols, which include cleaning and prepping labs

Complete 15 hours of professional development each year

Ability to travel between campus locations

Establish effective relationships with college administration, faculty, staff, and students.

Adhere to school policy as set in the Policy and Procedures Manual

Perform other duties may be assigned by the District Director of Natural Science

Application Requirements:

Interested applicants should attach and submit the following:

Application thwestms.edu
Resume
Official Transcripts
Three (3) Professional References