Biology Instructor Position Available In Madison, Alabama

Biology Instructor
Salary
$60,974.00

• $123,547.

00 Annually
Location Huntsville, AL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
06149
College/Division
DRAKE-207030-Biology
Opening Date
05/01/2025
Closing Date
5/12/2025 5:30 PM Central
Campus Location
Drake State Community & Technical College
Position Summary
The Biology Instructor is responsible for the planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. They will providepetent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The Instructor will ad to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the Drake State Community and Technical College Personnel Handbook.

Salary:

Appropriate placement on the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees
Salary Schedule D1, Group A
Salary Range $46,590

• $94,363 (9 months, Exempt). Summer employment may be available from $14,384
• $29,184
  Annual Salary Range $60,974
• $123,547

Work Hours:

Classes are taught day, evening, and weekends on the Huntsville campus. In addition, multiple forms of distance education are offered.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide quality instruction in the area of college level Biology, as assigned, and in traditional, hybrid or online delivery formats
Inform students concerning course requirements, evaluation procedures, attendance requirements, and academic progress
Seek continuous improvement in curriculum, instruction, and resources
Participate fully in the institutional planning process and assist in carrying out the overall instructional mission of the College
Prepare and grade assignments, projects, and examinations as required
Provide support services to students (tutoring, mentoring, academic advising, etc.) as needed
Provide a flexible schedule to meet the needs of all stakeholders
Assist in registration and pre-registration activities as needed
Maintain an inventory of assigned equipment and supplies
Serve on collegemittees and teams when requested
Teach at varied times, locations, formats based on student demand, day, evening or weekend, including dual enrollment, traditional classroom, hybrid, or online
Submit required reports to the Division Chair, Assistant Dean of Instruction, or Dean of Instruction
Inform students of educational and occupational opportunities
Provide a proper instructional environment and maintain good human relations in the classroom and online so that learning is effective, engaging and promotes student success
Participate in faculty and professionalanizations
Participate in recruitment, retention, and outreach activities as needed
Rmend library books and other instructional materials
Retain and submit documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts
Perform other work-related responsibilities as assigned by the Division Chair, Assistant Dean of Instruction, Dean of Instruction, and/or the President Job description may be modified or altered at any time by management.
Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of an earned Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Biology
Demonstrated successful teaching experience in college level Biology
Ability to handle multiple tasks
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees, and the public
Ability to project a professional and congenial demeanor
Ability to work independently
Competent in usingputer programs (Microsoft Office Suite, Banner, CANVAS, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent oral, auditory, and writtenmunication skills
Excellentanizational skills
Working kledge of oue-based programs and student learning methodologies
Documented successful experience teaching and developing web-based courses

DESIRED PROFILE

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and aplishments:
Understanding of andmitment to the philosophy and mission of amunity and technical college
Sensitivity andmitment to cultural diversity
Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner
Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
Commitment to teaching and learning, w recent high school graduates, adult students, and non-traditional students are involved
Commitment to sponsoring and/or supporting studentanizations
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit aplete application packet through the NEOED on-line application system to be considered. Aplete application consists of the following:
An on-line application
Current resume
Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Background Check Requirement
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and agree to a non-refundable fee of $17.40 for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit apleted 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 open period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Drake State Community and Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits.
All applicants must have an on-line andpleted application packet by the deadline date. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. All applicants must ad to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on-campus interview process. Drake State Community and Technical 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.
Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Drake State will make reasonable amodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Drake State reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding. Drake Statepiles information about safety and security and publishes an annual report. This report can be found on the by accessing the crime and safety report link. The link can be found on the Drake State home page by clicking the “About Drake State” tab and then selecting the “Campus Security ” link. A copy can also be obtained by contacting the Director of Operations at 256-551-5210.
The College reserves the right to fill the position within (120) days of the job announcement stated closing date or to not fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.