Temporary, Part-Time Instructor (Chemistry)

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Instructor, Chemistry - Adjunct

Full Time/Part Time

Part-time

Job Description

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. They will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college. Under general supervision, this individual will prepare and teach chemistry courses designed for college transfer programs. The faculty member must be able to instruct a wide variety of topics within the curriculum in a laboratory environment and may be required to teach day, evening and/or weekend hours.

Duties/Functions

Teaching

developing learner centered lesson plans

employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles

incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments

creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population

preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate

conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate

Professional Development

participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensure as required by program or accreditation

participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

Administration

maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment

providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions

maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, Self-Service, Canvas)

complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

Student Support

addressing student concerns in a timely manner

promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success

referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Required

A master’s degree in Chemistry or related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in chemistry from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.

Education Preferred

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.

Experience Required

Successful experience in teaching Chemistry or related subjects in a community college or university setting.

Experience Preferred

Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes

Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

Multi-task

Respect Diversity

Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.

Create and maintain a learner centered environment

Communicate effectively

Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

Department/Job Specific Requirements

Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed):

Reporting Requirements

Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)

eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching

eLearning Level Two in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format

Physical Demands

May include teaching day and evening and/or weekend hours.

Physical Requirements

a. Maintain student records.

b. Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Other

Criminal history checks, with acceptable results, are required.

Posting Type

Adjunct Faculty

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

2024-052-TEMP-P

Open Date

04/29/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Transcripts

Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Letter of Recommendation

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