Biology Faculty, 10-month

Class Description CCBC is currently seeking an individual prepared to teach General Biology (Molecules and Cells) and Anatomy & Physiology courses lecture and lab. Ability to teach other biology classes a plus. Candidates with breadth of knowledge and able to teach other general biology courses are preferred. Fifteen credit hours of instruction per semester, office hours, college and community service, and ongoing professional development are required. The position is located on one of our campuses but may require teaching classes at other locations scheduled during days, evenings, or weekends. Preferred candidates are enthusiastic about content and pedagogy, use best teaching practices, and are committed to student learning. Preference will be given to applicants who present evidence of excellence in teaching, experience at the Community College level, and those who through education and experience demonstrate ability to teach additional freshman and sophomore level biology courses referred. Please see: Course Descriptions - Community College of Baltimore County - Acalog ACMS™ (ccbcmd.edu) to find courses in Biology. Positions will be based on either the Essex or Catonsville Campuses. Minimum Requirements Master's degree in Biology or a related field with significant relevant coursework required. Two (2) years of experience teaching Biology at the high school level or above preferred. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work effectively with colleagues and students. Experience working with diverse populations in a learning environment and experience with the use of technology in teaching science. Must be able to operate Biology laboratory equipment. Must be prepared to teach General Biology, and Anatomy & Physiology. Class Specific Essential Duties Facilitate and support student learning by developing and providing clear and effective instruction using traditional and technology-based instruction. Meet all classes as assigned during instructional periods. Basic teaching load is 15 contact hours each week. Communicate effectively with students by disseminating academic information including syllabi and academic policies and by responding to e-mails and phone calls from students in a timely manner. Provide opportunities to meet with students (office hours) at least one hour each week for scheduled or unscheduled meetings for each three credits of teaching contact hours. Provide effective and appropriate assessment with prompt qualitative and quantitative feedback. Keep instructional materials and student work organized and accessible. Maintain the Learning Management System site, providing students access to syllabi, grades and other supplemental course material. Support students and other college units and comply with relevant state and federal laws (nominate tutors, write letters of recommendation, refer students to counseling, assist students with special needs, suggest library purchases, help resolve registration issues, maintain student privacy). Collaborate with colleagues in ongoing curricular development including content update, curricular alignment, assessment activities and record keeping. Collaborate with staff by completing and submitting reports and documentation in a timely manner. Attend and participate in committee, departmental, College and School meetings. Provide College and Community Service through collegial and individual initiatives. Maintain and develop professional expertise through ongoing professional development or scholarship. CCBC Full Time Benefits At A Glance Health and Medical

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Cigna Open Access Plus (OAP) Cigna Open Access Plus In Network (OAPIN) Kaiser Prescription Drug Benefits For CIGNA Plans - included in Cigna Plan Medical Premiums Kaiser - included in Kaiser Medical Premium Mental Health Emotional, drug/alcohol abuse treatment, both inpatient and outpatient, provided when pre-approved. Premium included in medical care plan. Dental Benefits CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Traditional CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield Regional Preferred Vision Benefits NVA Flexible Spending Accounts Benefit Strategies Health Spending Account $2,600 Benefit Strategies Dependent Care (children under 13 and eldercare) $5,000 Financial Term Life Insurance: MetLife Employee Basic Life Insurance is 1 times your salary with a minimum of $50,000 (90/10) Employee Supplemental Life Insurance is available in multiples of $10,000 with a maximum of $200,000. Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available for spouse (increments of $10,000 to a maximum of 50% of employee combined basic and supplemental amount) and dependents ($10,000). Supplemental Term Life Insurance is 100% employee paid. Permanent Whole Life Insurance: Unum Permanent Whole Life Insurance with Optional Long Term Care driver available through Unum. Available to full-time employees, part-time associates, and adjunct faculty. Spouse and dependent coverage available. Permanent Whole Life Insurance accrues cash value, premiums will not increase, and coverage will not decrease. Permanent Whole Life Insurance is 100% employee paid. Accidental Death & Dismemberment: The Hartford Individual or Family Coverage. Employee pays a rate in multiples of $10,000 to a maximum of $300,000. Long-Term Disability Plan pays 60% of gross monthly salary after 90 consecutive days of absence. Employee pays 100% of premium. Retirement Plans Maryland State Teacher’s Pension System (7% contributory) Optional Retirement Plan (non-contributory) Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System (7% contributory) Supplemental (Retirement Annuities) 403(b) and 457(b) Tax-sheltered annuities – 403(b). Payroll salary reduction authorization is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms. Roth 403(b) is a savings feature that is available when you open a 403(b) account. The Roth 403(b) savings feature allows employees to contribute after-tax dollars and then withdraw tax-free dollars from their account upon retirement. The Roth 403(b) savings feature is only offered by the following vendors: TIAA-CREF and VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. Adjunct Faculty, Part Time Associates and Full Time employees are eligible to save for retirement using the Roth 403(b) savings feature. Employees may contribute traditional pre-tax 403(b) dollars and Roth 403(b) post-tax dollars simultaneously. The savings limits are combined for the Traditional 403(b) and the Roth 403(b) contributions. Deferred Compensation Plan — 457(b) offered through VOYA Financial Advisors, Inc. The 457(b) salary reduction authorization form is needed. The form is available on SharePoint Forms/Human Resources Forms. Legal Services Legal Resources is a pre-paid legal voluntary benefit for advice, consultation and representation for commonly used legal services. Credit Union First Financial Federal Credit Union membership available to employees. Direct Deposit It's convenient, safe, reliable and saves time. No waiting for your check on payday. The money is already in your account, whether you are at work or on vacation. Mandatory payroll direct deposit allows employees the control and flexibility of directing their pay to different accounts at any bank, in any location. Work and Family Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Cigna Behavioral Free personal advocates assisting you and any household member to resolve any issues. Paid Leave Benefits Academic, Bereavement, Sick and Safe Leave, Jury Duty, Religious Holidays, Military Leave, Sabbatical, Personal, Vacation, and Holidays. Tuition Assistance Eligible full-time employees may qualify for waiver or reimbursement programs. Spouses and legal dependents up to age 22 are eligible for reimbursement with proof of successful completion and a C or better grade. Employee’s eligible for Tuition Assistance become eligible for the external Tuition reimbursement program the first semester after one calendar year of employment. Eligibility for waiver or reimbursement for CCBC courses begins after the completion of a 90 day probation for public safety and classified employees. Academic Cash Award Classified employees are eligible for a lump sum award of $500 for completion of an unduplicated college degree. McDaniel College’s Educator’s Legacy Scholarship Program CCBC is proud to offer an exciting new benefit to all benefits-eligible employees! Read more. McDaniel College has extended its Educator’s Legacy Scholarship (ELS) program to CCBC benefits-eligible employees. CCBC is among the inaugural community college partners. Children of ANY current full-time benefits-eligible CCBC employees with at least four years of continuous full-time employment are eligible to receive a scholarship valued at up to $100,000 over four (4) years. The scholarship will first take effect in the fall semester. The CCBC Employee Benefits Team will provide verification of employment. Excellent teaching is McDaniel College's priority and its legacy. The College's expert faculty-mentors empower students to achieve their personal best, and many graduates go on to become top K-12 educators. Since 2010, four of McDaniel's graduates were named state Teachers of the Year, including the 2011 National Teacher of the Year Michelle Shearer. McDaniel is ranked among Money Magazine's 50 Best Liberal Arts Colleges and offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study. The personalized curriculum and student-faculty collaboration develop the unique potential in every student. McDaniel College welcomes the sons and daughters of CCBC employees! Mandated Federal Benefits Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, Social Security. For Your Convenience ATM machines are available at each of the main campuses Check cashing with appropriate ID Free Parking Access to weight lifting facilities, swimming pool and library #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.