PT Biology Adjunct Instructor

PT Biology Adjunct Instructor

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university.

SWCC also has associate's degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

Southwest Community College invites applications for adjunct faculty positions. The College seeks faculty who will adapt to a variety of teaching situations, can use technology to teach effectively, and will work effectively with students, staff, and others in a climate that promotes cultural diversity and student success. Other responsibilities include participation in the following: achievement of the College's mission and goals;

upholding the College's values; and personal and program evaluation. Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Instructional faculty must reside in the state of Virginia or be available to teach in-person classes at one of the Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) locations (Main Campus, Lebanon, Bluefield, Southern Gap).

Special Assignments
- May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in the specific discipline. Official transcripts will be required prior to final offer. Ability to demonstrate the use of relevant technology and learning management systems to effectively facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication. Commitment to student engagement in the online teaching environment including maintaining consistent communication and virtual support mechanisms to ensure student success.

Technology capability (access to WIFI, computers) to teach remotely. All teaching positions of Southwest Virginia Community College requires the ability to teach in a variety of modalities including virtually. Demonstrate competency and commitment to continuous professional development in virtual education.

Additional Considerations
- Prior teaching experience. Work experience in the field. Experience with on-line teaching. Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology. Substantial, proven experience with innovative teaching and developing online courses in both the synchronous and asynchronous learning environments at a regionally accredited institution.