What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor - Chemistry (Fall 2026) position at Southeastern Community College - Iowa?
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Instructor - Chemistry (Fall 2026) Classification Title Rank Instructor Tenure Information Non-Tenure Track Job Description
START DATE FOR THE POSITION IS AUGUST 12, 2026
The Chemistry Faculty at Southeastern Community College provides educational services as assigned, in accordance with general college guidelines, board policies, and administrative guidelines. The Chemistry Faculty is a member of the Math and Science academic department, and reports to the Dean of Arts & Sciences or the Dean’s designee. The individual instructor is the key to the successful accomplishment of the college’s educational goals. His/her attitude, personality, knowledge, skills, and motivation contribute to the creation of an effective learning environment. Familiarity with the comprehensive community college philosophy is required.
The term of employment is as per Bargaining Agreement between SCC Board of Trustees and the SCCHEA, employment contract, and relevant policies of the Board of Trustees and SCC.
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, with a minimum base salary of $55,000 for the 170-day contract..
The successful candidate will be required to teach courses in the Chemistry discipline area, including General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. Courses within the instructor’s additional area(s) of expertise may occasionally be taught if qualifications are met per the Code of the State of Iowa and the Higher Learning Commission.
Office location and campus assignment will vary depending on student need, and may require travel to off-campus sites. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses on SCC’s West Burlington and Keokuk campuses.
The primary qualifications include meeting education requirements established by the college’s Quality Faculty Plan (QFP), the Iowa Department of Education, and the Higher Learning Commission, with additional requirements determined by the position held.
Other qualifications and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
SCC’s Division of Arts and Sciences is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
EEO Statement Summary
It is the policy of Southeastern Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, employment, sexual orientation, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F071P Open Date 11/21/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Please answer the screening questions and make sure and upload your resume, cover letter, vita and transcripts in order to be considered for the position. Thank you .
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Job Title Instructor - Chemistry (Fall 2026) Classification Title Rank Instructor Tenure Information Non-Tenure Track Job Description
START DATE FOR THE POSITION IS AUGUST 12, 2026
The Chemistry Faculty at Southeastern Community College provides educational services as assigned, in accordance with general college guidelines, board policies, and administrative guidelines. The Chemistry Faculty is a member of the Math and Science academic department, and reports to the Dean of Arts & Sciences or the Dean’s designee. The individual instructor is the key to the successful accomplishment of the college’s educational goals. His/her attitude, personality, knowledge, skills, and motivation contribute to the creation of an effective learning environment. Familiarity with the comprehensive community college philosophy is required.
The term of employment is as per Bargaining Agreement between SCC Board of Trustees and the SCCHEA, employment contract, and relevant policies of the Board of Trustees and SCC.
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, with a minimum base salary of $55,000 for the 170-day contract..
The successful candidate will be required to teach courses in the Chemistry discipline area, including General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. Courses within the instructor’s additional area(s) of expertise may occasionally be taught if qualifications are met per the Code of the State of Iowa and the Higher Learning Commission.
Office location and campus assignment will vary depending on student need, and may require travel to off-campus sites. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses on SCC’s West Burlington and Keokuk campuses.
The primary qualifications include meeting education requirements established by the college’s Quality Faculty Plan (QFP), the Iowa Department of Education, and the Higher Learning Commission, with additional requirements determined by the position held.
Other qualifications and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Experience motivating, interacting, and effectively communicating with students, faculty, administration, industry, and the general public in a civil and respectful manner.
- Annually review and revise course goals, grading policies, and assessment of success. Develop, implement, and disseminate course policies.
- Support college goal of enhanced retention by constantly encouraging and motivating students towards academic and occupational success.
- Design, develop and /or revise new and existing courses and programs of study. This includes development of curriculum, syllabi, course outlines, course/curriculum matrices, and course outcomes. Create appropriate assessment tools and techniques to demonstrate that student learning outcomes are met.
- Meet with classes regularly and promptly, maintain student attendance records, and keep regular posted office hours.
- Demonstrate a willingness to work with others as a team member.
- Participate in college activities beyond the classroom, including recruiting, advising and membership on standing committees.
- Supervise students (if appropriate) according to the curricular requirements of their particular program. This may include work-study students, internships, clinical, and other work-based experiences.
- Implement varied and/or supplemental learning activities to accommodate individual student needs.
- Willingness to teach using remote synchronous, online and/or hybrid format(s).
- Willingness to accept teaching assignments at all SCC locations including off-campus sites.
- Actively participate in the budget process of the college, including timely requests for instructional materials.
- Promptly report unsafe practices, in and out of the classroom, in accordance with college policies and guidelines.
- Conscientiously comply with and support the Family Educations Rights and Privacy Act and SCC’s Affirmative Action Plan.
- Assume full responsibility for the development and maintenance of an individual Professional Development Plan (PDP), in accordance with standards set forth in the college’s Board approved Quality Faculty Plan (QFP).
- Exhibit commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy.
- Model professional behaviors, values and attitudes for students, colleagues and the community.
- Acquire and maintain appropriate materials and supplies for chemistry labs on West Burlington and Keokuk campuses.
- Master’s Degree or higher in Chemistry is required.
- Minimum of three years of college teaching experience required.
- Community college teaching experience is preferred.
SCC’s Division of Arts and Sciences is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
EEO Statement Summary
It is the policy of Southeastern Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, employment, sexual orientation, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code
- 216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C.
- 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C.
- 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C.
- 1681 – 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C.
- 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C.
- 12101, et seq.).
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F071P Open Date 11/21/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Please answer the screening questions and make sure and upload your resume, cover letter, vita and transcripts in order to be considered for the position. Thank you .
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? (Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have a Master's degree or higher in Chemistry? (Open Ended Question)
- * How many years of college teaching experience do you have?
- 0-2 years
- 3-5 years
- 6 or more years
- * In no more than two paragraphs, please describe your teaching philosophy. (Open Ended Question)
- * Explain how the mission of the comprehensive community college aligns with your values and experiences. (Open Ended Question)
- * What experiences in your background have prepared you to meet the needs of students from very diverse backgrounds? (Open Ended Question)
- * What is the best method you've found for adapting a traditional face to face class for delivery via technology? Describe any specific technology and/or Learning Management System you have used, and the type of support you received for your course development. (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript #1
- Letter of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae
- Media File
- Transcript #2
- Transcript #3
- Transcript #4
Salary : $55,000
