Part time Geology Instructor

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Posting Number:
0603408


Position Title:
Part time Geology Instructor


Position is:
Part Time


Position Type:
Faculty Position (Full Time/Part Time)


Department/Ofc.:
Instruction


Position Description:

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• An inclusive, welcoming environment for our students, faculty & staff
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WCC is actively recruiting for part time geology instructors to teach on campus for upcoming semesters.


Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is seeking a Part time Geology Instructor to teach Geology (GLG) credit courses. Needs may become available each semester. Upon successful submission of your application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts, you will be considered for teaching opportunities on a per course basis.


Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Establish and maintain environment conducive to student learning.
• Prepare for and instruct assigned course(s) through the use of appropriate learning experiences and materials which provide the opportunity to meet overall course objectives and program goals.
• Adhere to course syllabus and comply with Assessment of Student Academic Achievement.
• Evaluate student progress through day to day evaluation, written examinations and overall observation.
• Grade assignments in a meaningful way to promote continued student growth, returning graded assignments to students in a timely manner, and assigning final grades for all students, meeting or beating all institutional deadlines for completion.
• Actively support student success through guidance, advising and assisting individual students as needed.
• Participate in professional activities, which could include, but are not limited to, curriculum planning, examination development, program evaluation/revision and other professional planning activities.
• Participate in the Student Opinion Questionnaire (SOQ) process.
• Maintain levels of professional knowledge and expertise, including compliance training.
• Utilize technology, including AI-enabled tools and software where appropriate, to support teaching, learning, student engagement, professional responsibilities, institutional service, and other responsibilities. Use such technologies in a manner consistent with academic standards, professional ethics, confidentiality requirements, and compliance with institutional policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Hours/Schedule: Schedules vary according to class schedules. The terms of employment are based on college enrollment and class enrollment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Earned Master's degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution in Geology or Geologic Science OR a master's degree in a related with minimum 18 graduate credits in the Geology or Geologic Science disciplines required.
• Teaching experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology relevant to the discipline and faculty role, including the capacity to learn and appropriately utilize emerging AI-supported tools. Ability to evaluate the accuracy, reliability, and appropriateness of AI-generated content; maintain confidentiality where required; exercise professional and academic judgment; and uphold ethical standards in the use of technology for teaching, learning, and service.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional Preferred Qualifications:
• Recent, successful, post-secondary teaching experience in Geology courses.

Posting Date:
09/04/2024


Closing Date:

Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Our college strives to make a positive difference in people's lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.

Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary/Hourly Rate:
$69.66


Salary Comments:

2025-2026 Academic Year