Pool Adjunct Faculty, Astronomy

Applicant Pool for Adjunct Faculty, Astronomy

This position requires teaching undergraduates, and applicants must provide evidence of teaching potential. Teaching faculty at Owens Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field.

This position teaches college-level & pre-college level Physics Composition courses and Science related courses. Understanding of process based writing. Familiarity with adult learning theory. Familiarity with current pedagogical strategies that will enhance critical thinking with students. Effectively communicate with students on a regular basis. Provide students with regular feedback on progress. Ability to work in a collaborative environment. Ability to enhance instruction with use of technology.

Effective classroom management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• A thorough knowledge of the principles of Physics to an extent where the successful candidate would be comfortable in teaching courses from basic Physics to Calculus-based Physics. Knowledge with the introductory survey to covering the moving sky, the solar system and the planets, the sun, stars and their evolution, supernova, pulsars and black holes, galaxies and quasars, cosmology and the big bang theory.
  
  Observing sessions supplement the classroom.
• Familiarity with appropriate instructional and course management software. Must have the ability to solve complex problems, conduct research and accurately analyze data. They need strong math and science skills, along with being about to work within a team. It also helps to have knowledge of specific science-related software programs.

• The ability to communicate effectively with both small and large groups. Proficiency in designing and grading tests. Ability to create effective instructional materials. These programs are likely to contain courses in astrophysics, stellar and planetary physics, galaxies, cosmology, interstellar medium and optics. Mathematics and computer science are also emphasized.

Essential Functions:

• ENGAGES IN OTHER DEPARTMENT - RELATED ACTIVITIES Daily
• TEACHES CLASSES Daily
• CREATES AND MAINTAINS ASSIGNMENTS, EVALUATIVE MEASURES, AND RECORDS Weekly
• COMMUNICATES EFFECTIVELY Daily
• SUPPORTS MISSION, VISION, AND CORE VALUES Daily

Other Characteristics:

• Ability to work with other faculty members in small groups, maintain a positive demeanor in the presence of students, and work cooperatively with faculty and administration. Strong commitment to continued professional growth and development.

Minimum Education /

Experience:

• Master's degree
• A thorough knowledge of the principles of Physics to an extent where the successful candidate would be comfortable in teaching courses from basic Physics to Calculus-based Physics.