Biology Instructor Pool-Part-Time (General Biology/Biological Science).

What We Offer:

Primary Purpose Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs. Essential Functions Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Job Description Courses to teach may include:
Biology 101 – General Biology Minimum Qualifications Master’s in any biological science

OR

Bachelor’s in any biological science

AND

Master’s in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science

OR

Possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area;

OR

The equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within the classroom. Desirable Qualifications Expertise in culturally responsive teaching in biology, particularly as it relates to the relevance of biology to student’s lives, interest, and communities; demonstrated ability to address equity gaps of racially minoritized groups within biology.

Experience successfully working in collaboration with full-time and adjunct faculty in coordinating and maintaining currency of curriculum that responds to the needs of historically underrepresented students.

Demonstrated success in helping students from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized groups, nontraditional students, speakers of other languages, and students with learning disabilities. Working Conditions Posting Detail Information Posting Number 2016428FT Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Open Date 03/21/2024 Close Date 03/21/2025