Instructor, Science

Description Summary

Iowa Central Community College is seeking a student-focused Biology Instructor who is committed to academic excellence, innovative teaching, and student success. The instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, fostering an engaging learning environment, supporting student achievement, and contributing to the mission of the College through service, collaboration, and professional development.

Examples of Duties

• Effectively organizes and teaches course work in accordance with established and/or developed syllabi.
• Demonstrates current knowledge of the subject matter being taught by presentations, activities, questions, and responses relevant to the course syllabus.
• Uses class time to encourage active student involvement in the learning process.
• Assesses the overall student learning in the class by using multiple classroom assessment techniques, documents the assessment, and uses the assessment data for instructional improvement.
• Monitors and provides frequent and specific feedback to students regarding the attainment of the learning outcomes and their progress in the course.
• Consistently displays evidence of organization and planning, including materials being available and the instructional sequence progressing logically.
• Uses a variety of materials and resources which enhance the teaching of the course objectives.
• Make use of a variety of teaching techniques and technologies appropriate for the course taught.
• Develops and utilizes teaching strategies based upon current research.

• Treats all students with respect and modifies instruction to meet their academic needs.
• Communicates with students in a positive, impartial manner.
• Exercises good judgement in dealing with classroom problems and assumes responsibility for those actions.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information.

• Contributes to the achievements of department mission, goals/objectives, and responsibilities.
• Develops and/or updates courses and course guides as assigned by the Dean.
• Prepares, distributes, and submits first day handouts for all sections assigned to the faulty member in accordance with Department and College policies.
• Encourages regular attendance and retention of students, including personally contacting students following absences to offer assistance and concern for their welfare.
• Meets scheduled classes in accordance with College policy, beginning and ending class sessions according to published schedules.
• Maintains scheduled office hours to insure accessibility to students and colleagues.
• Maintains adequate and accurate records on class attendance and student grades. These records are submitted by the faculty member according to College policy and established deadlines.
• Patriciates in student recruitment.
• Participates in professional activities which enhance the interaction with adjunct instructors.
• Requests in written form instructional equipment and supplies for the classroom/laboratory use.

• Openly supports and promotes the vision/mission of the College and works to achieve the vision/mission of the College.
• Exercises stewardship of College facilities, equipment, and materials, including properly using College facilities, equipment, and materials, reporting needed repairs, and supervising students regarding use of facilities and equipment.
• Demonstrates good rapport with patrons and community members. Good public relations are evident.
• Is professional in interacting with students, staff, and members of the communities served by the College.
• Demonstrates a determined effort to maintain a good relationship with all other employees of the College.
• Communicates consistently with students and staff using means established by the College, including email and voicemail.
• Supports College sponsored activities and events.
• Attends meetings as required by the College.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have at least a Master’s Degree in Biology or a Master’s Degree in a related field and twelve graduate credit hours in Biology or qualifying fields as established in the Iowa Department of Education’s Iowa Community Colleges Guidelines for Faculty Qualifications.
• Meet the standards of the Iowa Central Quality Faculty Plan established by the College Board of Trustees.
• Teaching or training experience preferred.
• Technology competency for instruction, communication, and professional contributions.
• Must possess good communication and organizational skills, be detail oriented, and work as a team member.

Please attach resume and unofficial transcripts.

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