What are the responsibilities and job description for the BIOLOGY INSTRUCTOR position at Itawamba Community College?
Fulton and Tupelo Campuses
STATUS
Full-Time
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
9-Month
EMPLOYMENT STARTS
August 12, 2026
Benefits
Listed in Employee Handbook
CLASSIFICATION
Faculty
SALARY
Salary varies due to the position's requirements and the applicant's qualifications.
Qualifications Required
Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology. Three years of teaching experience.
Qualifications Preferred
Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology. Five years of teaching experience.
Job Description
Instructor
Plan, organize and instruct courses assigned, devoting to this primary task the instructor's best professional effort
Review course objectives periodically and instructional strategies to meet those objectives
Prepare and distribute a current course syllabus as required by college policy
Participate in the selection of the textbooks and submit requests for textbooks and other material needed for instruction
Maintain and accurately complete records as required
Arrive at the classroom sufficiently in advance of classes to adequately prepare instructional space and material for organized instruction
Counsel and advise students regarding up-to-date academic matters, college services and matters relating to student success
Schedule and maintain office hours in accordance with college policy
Attend staff meetings, serve on committees and participate in other college activities
Maintain professional growth and development to foster and create scholarly production according to college and personal needs
Maintain professional working relationship with students, fellow faculty members, administration and staff, adhering to the highest standards of respect for the rights of others
Be available to sponsor student academic-related activities (e.g. clubs, organizations, events, etc.)
Participate in community and professional service activities and serve in selected activities as the need arises
Perform other functions consistent with the position as requested by the Dean of Academic Instruction and/or the respective division chair.
STATUS
Full-Time
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
9-Month
EMPLOYMENT STARTS
August 12, 2026
Benefits
Listed in Employee Handbook
CLASSIFICATION
Faculty
SALARY
Salary varies due to the position's requirements and the applicant's qualifications.
Qualifications Required
Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology. Three years of teaching experience.
Qualifications Preferred
Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Biology. Five years of teaching experience.
Job Description
Instructor
Plan, organize and instruct courses assigned, devoting to this primary task the instructor's best professional effort
Review course objectives periodically and instructional strategies to meet those objectives
Prepare and distribute a current course syllabus as required by college policy
Participate in the selection of the textbooks and submit requests for textbooks and other material needed for instruction
Maintain and accurately complete records as required
Arrive at the classroom sufficiently in advance of classes to adequately prepare instructional space and material for organized instruction
Counsel and advise students regarding up-to-date academic matters, college services and matters relating to student success
Schedule and maintain office hours in accordance with college policy
Attend staff meetings, serve on committees and participate in other college activities
Maintain professional growth and development to foster and create scholarly production according to college and personal needs
Maintain professional working relationship with students, fellow faculty members, administration and staff, adhering to the highest standards of respect for the rights of others
Be available to sponsor student academic-related activities (e.g. clubs, organizations, events, etc.)
Participate in community and professional service activities and serve in selected activities as the need arises
Perform other functions consistent with the position as requested by the Dean of Academic Instruction and/or the respective division chair.