Biology Instructor

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Job Title:
Biology Instructor
Agency:

Ogeechee Technical College

Job Requisition ID:
JR0000006255
Shift:
Any (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Job Description:

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The faculty member will provide course instruction for Biology General responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

• Prepare a weekly planner for learning activities that align with the established Student Learning Outcomes for each course.
• Demonstrate the effective use of oral and written communication skills and knowledge of current procedures in course content.
• Review and finalize the course syllabus utilizing the Department and program provided templates.
• Review and finalize the Learning Management System (Blackboard) course that is used to facilitate and support the student learning experience.
• Evaluate students' progress in attaining Student Learning Outcomes.
• Request and maintain supplies and equipment, as needed to support the learning environment.
• Submit required documentation, such as final grades, attendance records, or other student related information on a timely basis.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, TCSG, and accreditation standards.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Provide an official transcript from an accredited institution that verifies an awarded master's degree in Biology or possess a master's degree and haveat least 18 credit graduate semester hours in Biology . NOTE: A M.Ed. in a discipline area may not necessarily qualify the faculty to teach in the discipline.
• Possess and demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to student success initiatives.
• Three years experience working or teaching in field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior college-level teaching experience with evidence of effective and student-centered instructional practices. Experience with the development and delivery of academic courses in both online and traditional modalities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• The position is employed on an individual academic term basis.
• Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees, work experience, and SACSCOC Faculty Credential Guidelines.
• The successful candidate may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online).
• The successful candidate may be required to travel to and teach classes at any Ogeechee Technical College location.
• In programs that require professional licensure, an active unencumbered license must be provided by the applicant during the interview process.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

• Commensurate with qualifications. Adjunct faculty positions are non-benefits eligible.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

TO APPLY: Please submit an online application using the OTC online job center website. All positions require a pre-employment criminal background investigation, education, and employer/professional reference checks. Some positions may additionally require a motor vehicle record search, credit history check, and/or drug screen. All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Copies of all transcripts should be submitted at the time of application for faculty positions. Official transcripts are required to be submitted to HR upon acceptance of a written job offer. For more information, please contact the Executive Director for Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Christy Rikard, Vice President for Student Affairs, Ogeechee Technical College One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd., Office 198C, Joseph E. Kennedy Building, Statesboro, GA 30458, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io
• Sabrina Burns, ADA/Section 504 Coordinator, Ogeechee Technical College, One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd., Office 711, Assessment Center Building, Statesboro, GA 30458, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (20 U.S.C. § 1092(f)) here is the link to the location of the Annual Security Report:

A copy of the Annual Security Report is also available by request at the OTC Police Department.

Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.