Instructs students in the biological sciences in accordance with College policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• In accordance with SACSCOC accreditation requirements, Biology or a Master’s degree in related disciplines with 18 graduate hours in Biology appropriately.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrates effective teaching techniques adaptable to a variety of learning styles.
• Understands the comprehensive mission and philosophy of community colleges.
• Demonstrates subject matter related to relevant topics and issues in the teaching discipline.
• Displays effective planning, organizing, communication, interpersonal and teambuilding skills.
• Effectively assists student learning.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse professional, community, and student population.
• Demonstrates ability to work with diverse student population, families, and children.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information.
• Demonstrates proficiency using computer applications, classroom or other current learning technologies for effective teaching at the community college level.
• Teaches active cooperative and learning strategies.
• Collects, records, and analyzes data for decision-making.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
• Demonstrates ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.

Experience:

• Must be knowledgeable, capable of using current technology in the classroom, and able to teach effectively at a community college level.
• Preferred experience in teaching community college level Biology.
• Successful teaching experience.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Instructs students in the biological sciences. Provides learning activities that stimulate student involvement and encourages critical thinking.
• Demonstrates creativity and innovation in the field, and service in the profession and/or the community.
• Plans and organizes lesson plans, research and reference materials, syllabi, and other learning aids.
• Meets deadlines and adheres to policies and procedures for paperwork, records, and documentation.
• Maintains office hours to assist students.
• Participates in graduation, general assembly, and other official College functions.
• Responsible for program development, curriculum development, advising/mentoring students and participating in student retention activities.
• Serves on college-wide and departmental committees and participates in college activities.
• Participates in faculty development opportunities.
• Primarily responsible for teaching a minimum of fifteen (15) credit/contact hours or non-course based-options (NCBO) per semester in the area of Biology.
• Maintains an established schedule, including evening, weekend, and/or summer assignments, including possible multiple campus locations that may vary by semester.
• Recruits advises and evaluates students.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Serves as faculty advisor for students.

Salary Range:

Commensurate within the Texarkana College pay scale for position.