Adjunct Biology Instructor
Inside Higher Ed, Birmingham, AL, United States
Position Summary
Lawson State Community College is accepting applications for part‑time/adjunct faculty for all subjects. This is an applicant pool. Individuals will be hired as needed. Submitted applications will remain on file for 36 months. Under general supervision, prepare and deliver instruction for credited academic and technical courses at Lawson State at the freshmen and sophomore coursework levels and perform other duties associated with institutional effectiveness.
Terms of Employment
Employed on an “As Needed” basis; local salary schedule in accordance with documented academic credentials and/or educational experiences; and not to exceed nine credit hours per semester. All exceptions must be approved by the Vice President for Instruction.
Salary:
Academic Adjuncts (3 hrs.) – MS/MA $1,683 per 3 credit course
Academic Adjuncts (3 hrs.) – PhD/Ed.D. $1,836 per 3 credit course
Academic Adjuncts (4 hrs.) – MS/MA $2,244 per 4 credit course
Academic Adjuncts (4 hrs.) – PhD/Ed.D. $2,448 per 4 credit course
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Adhere to all requirements for the learning management system (Blackboard), posting course syllabi, announcements, calendars, presentations, assignments with due dates and test dates.
Adhere to and teach from current, job‑relevant course syllabi and training plan.
Supplement lectures and demonstrations with multimedia materials.
Demonstrate to students the safe use of each piece of equipment used in the training plan.
Include safety, health, and fire prevention as an integral part of instruction.
Maintain an environment that is conducive to learning.
Supervise students and maintain discipline in class, lab, and shop.
Develop laboratory projects that enable students to relate theory to practical application.
Distribute a current syllabus at the beginning of each term containing objectives, outline, methods of evaluation, schedule of activities, lab/shop rules and regulations, and necessary books, supplies, and equipment.
Administer written and performance examinations systematically to determine students’ progress and conduct final examinations.
Implement a system of recording student progress (e.g., progress charts, Blackboard or equivalent).
Teach and demand good work habits from students.
Submit to the department chairperson and supervising administrators a plan to be followed in the event of absence.
Communicate students’ progress to students and appropriate personnel by established guidelines.
Supervise students in cooperative educational settings when applicable.
Respond to students’ requests promptly, usually within 24 to 48 hours.
Follow all regulations regarding online instruction when applicable.
Facilitate instructional methodologies concerning programs requiring industry chemicals/products.
Recordkeeping
Maintain an accurate attendance roll of students.
Submit attendance reports as required on time.
Follow the state and institution’s adopted grading system.
Submit grades each term for each student by the due date.
Submit forms to the registrar when changes occur in students’ status.
Assist students in submitting required documents for graduation.
Enforcement of College Policies
Participate in departmental orientation.
Communicate to students announcements directed by the administration.
Follow institutional and system policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Adhere to FERPA regulations and report any known violations.
Adhere to ADA accommodation requirements when presented with official documentation.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree, including 18 graduate semester hours (27 graduate quarter hours) in the teaching discipline within the Language, Health & Physical Education/Science, Math, Social Science, or Business divisions.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. Applicants chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑verify).
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Lawson State Community College is accepting applications for part‑time/adjunct faculty for all subjects. This is an applicant pool. Individuals will be hired as needed. Submitted applications will remain on file for 36 months. Under general supervision, prepare and deliver instruction for credited academic and technical courses at Lawson State at the freshmen and sophomore coursework levels and perform other duties associated with institutional effectiveness.
Terms of Employment
Employed on an “As Needed” basis; local salary schedule in accordance with documented academic credentials and/or educational experiences; and not to exceed nine credit hours per semester. All exceptions must be approved by the Vice President for Instruction.
Salary:
Academic Adjuncts (3 hrs.) – MS/MA $1,683 per 3 credit course
Academic Adjuncts (3 hrs.) – PhD/Ed.D. $1,836 per 3 credit course
Academic Adjuncts (4 hrs.) – MS/MA $2,244 per 4 credit course
Academic Adjuncts (4 hrs.) – PhD/Ed.D. $2,448 per 4 credit course
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Adhere to all requirements for the learning management system (Blackboard), posting course syllabi, announcements, calendars, presentations, assignments with due dates and test dates.
Adhere to and teach from current, job‑relevant course syllabi and training plan.
Supplement lectures and demonstrations with multimedia materials.
Demonstrate to students the safe use of each piece of equipment used in the training plan.
Include safety, health, and fire prevention as an integral part of instruction.
Maintain an environment that is conducive to learning.
Supervise students and maintain discipline in class, lab, and shop.
Develop laboratory projects that enable students to relate theory to practical application.
Distribute a current syllabus at the beginning of each term containing objectives, outline, methods of evaluation, schedule of activities, lab/shop rules and regulations, and necessary books, supplies, and equipment.
Administer written and performance examinations systematically to determine students’ progress and conduct final examinations.
Implement a system of recording student progress (e.g., progress charts, Blackboard or equivalent).
Teach and demand good work habits from students.
Submit to the department chairperson and supervising administrators a plan to be followed in the event of absence.
Communicate students’ progress to students and appropriate personnel by established guidelines.
Supervise students in cooperative educational settings when applicable.
Respond to students’ requests promptly, usually within 24 to 48 hours.
Follow all regulations regarding online instruction when applicable.
Facilitate instructional methodologies concerning programs requiring industry chemicals/products.
Recordkeeping
Maintain an accurate attendance roll of students.
Submit attendance reports as required on time.
Follow the state and institution’s adopted grading system.
Submit grades each term for each student by the due date.
Submit forms to the registrar when changes occur in students’ status.
Assist students in submitting required documents for graduation.
Enforcement of College Policies
Participate in departmental orientation.
Communicate to students announcements directed by the administration.
Follow institutional and system policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Adhere to FERPA regulations and report any known violations.
Adhere to ADA accommodation requirements when presented with official documentation.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree, including 18 graduate semester hours (27 graduate quarter hours) in the teaching discipline within the Language, Health & Physical Education/Science, Math, Social Science, or Business divisions.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. Applicants chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑verify).
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