SCCCD International Education · 3 weeks ago
Biology Instructor (Full-Time, Tenure Track) Madera Community College
Madera County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$71K/yr - $107K/yrMadera Community College is a Hispanic-Serving Institution dedicated to student success and equity. The Biology Instructor will provide instruction in Biology, maintain laboratory instruments, mentor part-time instructors, and participate in various academic processes to enhance student learning.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Teaching both lecture and laboratory classes in Biology including majors, developmental, and transfer level courses, human anatomy and human physiology
Maintaining instruments used in teaching Biology
Teaching the principles and applications of Biology instrumentation
Assisting in the coordination of laboratory facilities and assuring the availability of supplies and equipment
Evaluating and mentoring part-time instructors
Implementing appropriate practices to develop writing skills at all levels
Participating in the accreditation process
Communicating effectively with students and staff
Developing classroom presentations using multimedia tools
Advising students participating in college/district committees
Cooperating with regard to scheduling classes between colleagues in the same pathway
Participating in student recruiting and mentoring activities
Participating in curriculum and program review and/or development or revision, student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning
Serving on and attending department, college, and district committees as needed
Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, on-line or off-campus and large group instruction classes as needed
Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of faculty as required by Administrative Regulation 7122
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom
Master's in any biological science
Bachelor's in any biological science and master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science
A valid California Community College Credential
The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency)
Preferred
Experience teaching at the post-secondary level
Broad based academic background in biology
Knowledge of current laboratory safety procedures
Experience in maintaining instruments used in teaching biology
Experience serving on committees
Knowledge and experience in the development and assessment of student learning outcomes
Commitment to professional growth including demonstrated willingness to improving teaching methodology
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility
Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes
Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds including students with disabilities
Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students including developing, remixing, and adapting Open Educational Resources
Related work and professional experience
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high-quality instruction and support to students
Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents
Life insurance
Members of the California State Teacher’s Retirement System (CalSTRS)
Company
SCCCD International Education
State Center Community College District (SCCCD) offers various study abroad opportunities through the Fresno City College, Reedley College, Clovis Community College, Madera Community College, and Oakhurst campus.
Fresno, California, US
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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