SCCCD International Education · 1 day ago
Biology Instructor (Full-Time, Tenure-Track) Fresno City College
College City, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$71K/yr - $107K/yrSCCCD International Education is seeking a Biology Instructor for Fresno City College, a Hispanic-Serving Institution dedicated to equity and student success. The instructor will provide instruction in General Biology, Human Biology, Anatomy, and Physiology, participate in student mentoring and advising, and engage in departmental and college committees to enhance educational outcomes.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Teaching a full schedule of developmental and transfer level Biology, Anatomy, and Physiology courses as assigned
Participating in student recruiting, mentoring, and advising
Serving on and attending department, college, and district committees as needed
Participating in program review, student learning outcome development, and assessment to improve student learning
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, may include off-campus instruction at local high schools for dual enrollment
Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors 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; or
Bachelor's in any biological science and master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science; or
A valid California Community College Credential; or
The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency)
Preferred
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
Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students
Related work and professional experience
Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, students with disabilities
Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high-quality instruction and support to students
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
Experience teaching microbiology, human anatomy and physiology
Knowledge and awareness of current theories and methodology for teaching biology
Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals
Benefits
An annual doctoral stipend of $2,419 is available
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and dependents
Life insurance
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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