Biology Instructor

Ihre Aufgaben

Applicants should have knowledge and demonstrated excellence in teaching one or more of the following classes (lab and lecture). Please see the requirements for teaching these courses below, in the Requirements & Desirables section.

• Human Anatomy with cadavers

• Human Physiology

• Majors' Biology: Organismal Biology (Zoology and Botany)

• Majors' Biology: Cell & Molecular Biology

  Instructors appointed to the part-time temporary pool may be used to cover part-time, temporary and/or substitute openings in the department. Assignments can vary in duration and are not guaranteed. Duties may include assignment in any Biology course, including, but not limited to: Nutrition; Introduction to Biology; Introduction to Biology Lab; Human Anatomy (cadaver-based); Human Physiology; Microbiology; Botany; and Zoology.

  Also included are:

• Providing effective classroom or laboratory instruction using methods and materials appropriate to the subject matter

• Preparing and grading all class assignments and examinations

• Advising, assisting and evaluating students, evaluating learning outcomes and maintaining regular office hours

• Participating in program activities including curriculum and program planning, development, evaluation, and decision making as well as the development of new teaching-learning methods and materials

• Contributing to development of program policies and procedures

• Participation in departmental and college professional activities and/or committees is welcomed, but not required

• Maintaining accurate and timely student records as required

• Maintaining currency and depth of knowledge in assigned area of responsibility

• Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics

• Communicating with excellent written and oral skills in English

Ihr Profil

REQUIREMENTS for Teaching Human Physiology In addition to the Requirements for General Biology Courses above:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (Desirable Attributes & Skills)

• Qualifications to teach microbiology, cadaver-based human anatomy/human physiology, botany, and/or zoology

• Competencies related to: curriculum & course development; teaching & learning theory; information resources & evaluating student outcomes; and, assisting student to develop critical thinking skills

• Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing with a diverse campus community

• Currency and depth of knowledge in assigned area of responsibility and subject matter

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to work effectively and professionally with colleagues and members of the campus community

• Commitment to the teaching profession, its goals and ideals, and enthusiasm for the mission of the College of Marin

• Understanding of contemporary equity and diversity concepts and issues in a community college setting

• Experience in developing equity focused practices and educational programming/curriculum with and for diverse student populations

• Familiarity with, willingness and ability to use multiple teaching methods including computer based learning

• Ability and enthusiasm to use teaching methods that engage students and encourage them to be motivated self learners

• Knowledge, training and experience with online pedagogy and technology

• Evidence of excellent written and oral skills in English

Kontakt

Please visit our job site at http://jobs.marin.edu for a full posting and to apply. Priority Application Deadline is 10/25/2023.