A Biology Professor teaches foundational biology ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the biology curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/99550 Prince William Circle, Dumfries, Virginia, United States Math, Sciences, Technologies, and Business (MSTB)
Northern VA Community College Title:
Adjunct Faculty•Biology•
Woodbridge Agency:
Northern VA Community College Location:
Prince William•153
FLSA:
Exempt Hiring Range:
Adjunct faculty teaching BIO are paid per credit hour based on rank: Instructor ($935), Assistant Professor ($1,047), Associate Professor ($1,160), and Professor ($1,249).
Full Time or Part Time:
Part Time Additional Detail Job Description:
General Description:
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct faculty are employed to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during summer session. Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantees of continued employment. Must reside in the (DC, VA, MD) DMV area.
Duties and Tasks:
Teach specific classes in the designated discipline. Develop course syllabi and instructional materials. Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress. Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of NOVA and the VCCS. Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.
Essential Functions:
As a part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the College expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with College policies, procedures, and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications:
KSA's Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent analytical skills Excellent oral/written communication skills Ability to work with a diverse student population Ability to use instructional technology
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree or higher in the teaching field or a master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours of coursework in the teaching field. Qualifying degrees and coursework must be awarded by and/or completed with a regionally accredited institution.
Additional Considerations:
Additional Considerations:
Prior experience teaching in higher education Experience teaching in classroom, hybrid, and online formats. Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment. Experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.
