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.
Job Overview Fortis College Norfolk is seeking General Education instructors to prepare students for their future as healthcare providers. Adjunct faculty members perform a number of roles and functions, each of which reflects the core competencies of their discipline.
Those competencies include the following:
1) facilitate learning, 2) facilitate learner development and socialization, 3) use assessment and evaluation strategies, 4) function as a change agent and leader, 5) pursue continuous quality improvement in the educator role, and 6) function within the educational infrastructure, mission, and policies of the College/ Institute.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Facilitate Learning:
- Faculty members are responsible for creating an environment in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings that facilitates student learning and the achievement of desired learning outcomes. Function within the educational infrastructure, mission, and policies of the College/Institution - Faculty members are knowledgeable about the educational environment, resources, and document integrity. The faculty are expected to work within and support the policies, mission, and cultural practices of the College/Institution. Adhere to all policies and procedures. A commitment to on-time attendance at every assigned class, clinical, or lab they are responsible for. This also includes teaching the full allotted time for the assigned course. Adherence to course syllabus, content outline, class schedule and textbook use. Be available to advise students. Attendance at the all-hands and faculty meeting as required. Submit final grades by the last day of each term. Submit attendance and grades each week. Other assignments as requested by the Academic Leadership Team.
Skills/Competencies/Qualifications:
A minimum of masters' degree with 15 semester credit hours in the discipline of Nutrition for appointment as a faculty member; Current knowledge in one's area of responsibility A commitment to teaching and helping students develop an abiding interest in education and a desire to help the college maintain the standards appropriate to an institution of higher education Ability to maintain rapport with colleagues and students and to conduct themselves with a high level of professionalism Documented knowledge of education, instructional delivery, adult learning required Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and through learning technologies such as computers and e-mails Ability to work with staff, faculty, students and the
