Inside Higher Ed · 2 weeks ago
(Part-time) Biology Instructor
Redding, CA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$59.19/hr - $84.20/hrShasta College is a collaborative and inclusive organization that serves a diverse student population. They are seeking a part-time college instructor responsible for teaching biology classes and participating in processes that enhance instruction and student success.
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Responsibilities
Meet classes/laboratories as assigned within the academic calendar and/or during intersessions and summer sessions
Develop and implement instruction for each class and laboratory period, consistent with the official course outline and District guidelines
For online and hybrid courses, maintain online course components, including asynchronous or synchronous content delivery, as required by the teaching assignment
For online and hybrid courses, provide regular student-student and student-instructor contact
During the first week of class, develop and distribute a syllabus for each course to communicate to students the course description, objectives, grading, testing, attendance, and other requirements, in accordance with District guidelines on syllabus content
Provide regular, timely feedback to students; return all graded work in a timely fashion
Assign final grades for courses as required by District policy, administrative procedures, California Education Code, and Title 5
Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws
Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner and with consideration of cost to the student
Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate
Supervise students in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructor's load
Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours
Participate in professional development to remain current in the assigned discipline
Submit required administrative paperwork, including student learning outcomes in a timely and accurate manner
Discipline-specific classroom responsibilities as assigned
Participate in the evaluation process as described in the faculty collective bargaining agreement
Continue to develop professional skills and remain current in subject matter knowledge
Keep and submit official records required by District policy and administrative procedures
Abide by District policies concerning District property and safety
Report absences due to illness or for personal necessity to the supervising administrator
Recommend purchases of instructional supplies and equipment as needed
Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement
Schedule and maintain office hour days and times and ensure that they are clearly communicated to announce to students in all classes and to division staff, and maintain office hours
Participate in the process of participatory governance through District participatory, ad hoc, or advisory committees
Participate in the curriculum review process within established cycles; develop new courses in response to student or community needs
Participate in program review and annual planning within established cycles
Attend and participate in department and division meetings
Assess learning outcomes and participate in learning outcomes processes
Participate in required professional development activities that result in improved pedagogy leading to student success and completion
Qualification
Required
Master's in any biological science OR Bachelor's in any biological science AND Master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science OR the equivalent
Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and/or learning disabilities
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population
Ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals
Ability to design and deliver courses, including those offered in different modalities (e.g., in-person, online, hybrid)
Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency
Ability to assess student learning outcomes
Knowledge of and willingness to explore new technologies and teaching practices that would benefit students and programs
Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission
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