Biology Instructor

Description

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JOB TITLE: Instructor of Biology

REPORTS TO: Chair of RK Biology

DEPARTMENT: Biology

EXEMPT:

VICE PRESIDENT: Vice-President of Academics

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Candidates must hold a master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the field of Biology.

Candidates must submit transcripts (unofficial) with resume and/or CV, cover letter, and at least 2 letters of recommendation to the application process

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.

The instructor will implement the specific aims of the College and Department by
1. Participating in developing and implementing of campus and Department policies, procedures, and objectives.
2. Participating in developing, and implementing annual goals for the department.
3. Maintaining current credentials as required in respective field.
4. Teaching the number of class sections assigned according to Board policies.
5. Using teaching techniques that include the effective utilization of resources that motivate students to achieve their potential.
6. Providing necessary information about and for students. This information would include syllabi, attendance/grade reports, and class exams/ assignments.
7. Setting aside sufficient time for student conferences, guidance, and tutorial assistance. (Minimum of 6 hours per week required.)
8. Working a minimum of 35 hours each week on campus during the fall and spring semesters and verify monthly the hours worked. (Less than full-time contractual faculty work a proportional workweek.)
9. Attending general faculty, division, and departmental meetings.
10. Participating in student/teacher and faculty/administrator evaluations and performance review conferences.
11. Developing personal and professional improvement plans in those areas deemed necessary as a result of evaluations.
12. Participating in staff development activities, professional associations, presentations, publications, applied educational research, consulting, evaluations, and similar activities which enhance the individual and the education profession but which do not interfere with teaching duties.
13. Serving on committees as appointed.
14. Participating in formulation, execution, and evaluations of departmental goals and objectives.
15. Participating in the selection of textbook and library materials.
16. Following the required institutional process for recording student attendance and identifying ‘no-shows” in a timely manner.
17. Participating in the establishment, assessment, and review of General Education Learning

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.

The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.

We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results.

Mission

Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.

Vision

Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.

Values

Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:

• Integrity
• Diversity
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Leadership
• Stewardship