Biology Instructor

Position Summary

Provide academic instruction to students at the college level. Salary Schedule Placement: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule D1 ($46,590-61,711) based on education and experience. Summer appointments are based on enrollment- Salary Schedule D1 ($14,384 - $29,184) based on education and experience. Annual Potential Salary including Summer Appointment ($60,974- $94,363)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teach 30-35 contact hours or 15-16 credit hours per semester and/or the equivalent in non-credit hours or a combination of the credit and non-credit course offerings.

Instructor must be available to teach in day, night, weekend classes, and training opportunities if necessary.

Regular and consistent attendance at work and record/maintain student attendance records.

Prepare and maintain current course syllabus according to the College's guidelines.

Develop and implement a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students and is consistent with local and state plan of study established curriculum.

Plan and employ a variety of appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities which are compatible with the physical facility but serve the needs and capabilities of the students.

Plan and implement lessons based on curriculum objectives and the needs and abilities of students.

If teaching online, maintain an active presence in the online environment, participate in discussion boards and follow all prescribed eCollege guidelines and practices as outline within your training and housed in the eCollege Faculty Manual.

Actively participates in and works with other school personnel in the selections of books, equipment and other instructional materials in order to provide students with optimal learning opportunities.

Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials and equipment of instructional specialty.

Reviews curriculum and makes routine adjustments in both ground and online courses.

Skilled and effective in oral and written communication.

Works to diffuse conflict and mediate through problems with students and colleagues.

Maintain lab equipment and supplies.

Prepare program course offerings for schedule for each semester and term.

Develop and evaluate Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for instructional specialty.

Collaborate with other unit programs to develop and implement divisional goals.

Knowledge of institution's program of studies related to mission, goals and organization.

Recruit students into program and advise them through completion.

Serve on divisional, institutional, and state-wide committees as appointed.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Work with college ADA coordinator to provide appropriate accommodations for identified students

Attends assigned divisional, department, and college meetings.

Reviews and modifies curriculum (for both ground and distance education courses).

Develops and implements a program of instruction that meets with shared department goals and objectives outline for the course.

Uses Canvas regularly to augment instruction to include the uploading of the syllabus, homework assignments, supplemental videos, lecture presentations, handouts, assignments, materials and recorded lectures (where applicable).

Participates on committees and engages in college-wide activities to promote the missions of the institution.

Agrees to participate in required college events, such as, graduation, honor’s day programs, and other assigned events.

Maintains a neat, appropriate and professional appearance at all times.

Adheres to all school and/or department policies and responds to all administrative request in a timely professional manner.

Assists every student in the development of his/her academic abilities to his/her greatest capacity.

Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in biology or related field of study, or a Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours of pure discipline graduate-level biology courses

3 years of full-time teaching experience in biology on a secondary or postsecondary level

Must be computer literate and versed in instructional technology platforms

Other Qualifications and Job Requirements: Preference may be given to applicants with:

A Doctorate Degree in Biology or related field

The ability to teach an additional area of science (Physics, Chemistry, Physical Science, Geology, etc.)

Essential Physical Skills:

Be able to navigate the classroom (for at least 50 minutes at a time) for board instruction and demonstration of relevant concepts.

Be able to circulate the room during instruction and/or testing conditions.

Must be computer literate.

Be able to move technological carts and equipment (at least 20 to 25 pounds).

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants may apply at For questions please contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or at View email address on click.appcast.io. All application materials will become the property of the college. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position.

A complete application packet consists of:

A cover letter

An Online application

A current resume

A copy of relevant post-secondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date of degree conferred (if applicable). *This position's minimum education requirements are a high school diploma. If you do not have a transcript, please upload a blank page or a duplicate document to advance the system.

If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.

Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:

Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

Additional Information:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.