Master Instructor - Chemistry (10 Months) (Non-Continuing Contract Eligible)
Company: Indian River State College
Location: Fort Pierce
Posted on: April 20, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description***Fall Semester***QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND
SKILL REQUIREMENTSThe qualifications and skill requirements for
this position include:
- Master's degree with 18-graduate semester hours in chemistry
from an accredited institution is required, doctorate degree
preferred. Additional graduate work in biology, biochemistry, or
related area preferred;
- Proven knowledge of and preference for experience in teaching
Introduction to Chemistry, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry,
and the associated laboratories;
- Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written;
- Ability to work with and teach to diverse populations is
essential;
- Ability to apply traditional and innovative technologies is
essential;
- Ability to develop and/or implement strategies to support
students' retention, persistence and program completion is
essential;
- Ability to engage students as active partners in the
teaching/learning process;
- Ability to relate the concepts of chemistry to real life
situations and applications;
- Computer literacy and experience using technology in the
learning environment is essential;
- Experience teaching in an online environment preferred;
- An understanding of learning styles is preferred; willingness
to learn is essential;
- Appropriate credentialing requirements according to the IRSC
Faculty Credentialing Manual;
- Experience teaching at a two-year post-secondary institution
preferred.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The general
responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Preparing, instructing and grading all class and laboratory
coursework;
- Assigning final grades;
- Maintaining regularly scheduled hours to meet with
students;
- Ability to use data and assessment tools in the evaluation and
improvement of instruction;
- Engaging in activities to improve student learning, retention,
and completion;
- Serving the community;
- Serving effectively on college committees.
- Participating in grant writing individually and/or on a
team.SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The specific
responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Preparing a syllabus for the lecture class and
laboratories;
- Instructing the lecture class and laboratories;
- Grading all quizzes, tests, and written assignments; and
entering grades in Blackboard gradebook on a timely basis;
- Assigning final grades;
- Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with
students;
- Developing and maintaining course management through college's
Learning Management system;
- Participating in Department budget preparation and in course
planning and development;
- Assisting with Departmental projects and programs;
- Serving on at least one College committee/workgroup;
- Developing and/or implementing strategies to support students'
retention, persistence, and program completion is essential;
- Completing other duties and responsibilities as
assigned.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:This position requires an ability to
sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items
occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. It also requires
manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as,
copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as
necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety
standards while employed by the
College.ClassificationInstructionalSupervisoryNoFLSA
ExemptYesEmployment TypeRegularCompensation and Application
DeadlineThe salary for this position is $61,760 - Open until
filled. -
Keywords: Indian River State College, South Beach , Master Instructor - Chemistry (10 Months) (Non-Continuing Contract Eligible), Education / Teaching , Fort Pierce, Florida
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