POOL - Adjunct Instructor, Biology

adjunct instructor, biology

category: academic/adjunct

department: science, technology, engineering & mathematics

locations: springfield, ma

posted: jul 18, 2025

closes: open until filled

type: pt no benefits

position

located on 35 acres of the springfield armory national historic site and founded in 1967, springfield technical community college is a major resource for the economic vitality of western massachusetts. As the only technical community college in massachusetts, stcc offers a variety of career programs unequalled in the state. Digital multimedia, it security, nursing, robotics, sonography, mechanical engineering technology (advance manufacturing) and dozens of other career programs produce potential employees each year.

Stcc's highly-regarded transfer programs in business, engineering, liberal arts, science and technology continue to provide the most economical option for students pursuing a four-year degree. With an annual enrollment of over 6,500, evening, weekend and online students, stcc is a vibrant campus rich in diversity and justifiably proud of our designation as a hispanic serving institution.

respect is one of the core values of the college and we strive to nurture mutual respect among faculty, staff and students. With respect we embrace differences to create an inclusive environment for all. Together, we support students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.

resume reviews and interviews for this candidate pool will occur on a quarterly basis. Successful candidates will be placed into the active candidate pool and may be notified when there is an adjunct instructor opening for immediate hire.

under the supervision of the dean of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, this faculty member is responsible for planning, delivering, and supervision of instruction to a diverse population of students, supporting student success and assessment of student progress in alignment with the student success plan initiatives at the college. The successful candidate will have documented expertise in their area(s) of teaching responsibility and will work together with all faculty and staff to create an atmosphere of trust and respect in which all can succeed.

• teach one or more lecture and lab courses in principles of biology, human biology, biology, basics of anatomy and physiology, anatomy & physiology, and microbiology. Both day and evening sections may be available.
• actively participates with classroom discussions; sharing experiences and perspectives.
• adjuncts will conduct classes, prepare for instruction, assess student performance, provide student assistance by appointment, collaborate with other division faculty and adjuncts to provide consistent learning objectives, engage in professional development and required trainings, and attend a limited number of faculty meetings. It may be necessary to teach courses across different modalities like online, hybrid, and face to face. Adjuncts are also required to meet all college policies and administrative deadlines.

master's degree within the field or master's degree with 18 credits of graduate level coursework specific to the field

college, high school, or adult education teaching experience

3 to 4 years of teaching experience

commitment to fostering inclusiveness, equity and diversity within the academic setting

commitment to the mission of the community college

experience building and facilitating asynchronous or hybrid courses using a standard learning management system

salary: dce adjunct contract rates

benefits: no

union: dce

grant funded: no

closing date: open until filled

all candidates must have legal authorization to work in the united states. Springfield technical community college is not sponsoring h1b visa.

information awareness security training: candidates for employment should be aware that all stcc employees are required to complete information awareness security training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.

all available positions are located at:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references. Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

pre-employment details: stcc conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting national background check, criminal offender record information (cori) and/or sex offender registry information (sori) check and if applicable, physical and alcohol/drug testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment…