This is a fulltime academic year term contract in Biology. The position reports to the Dean of Arts Sciences & Technologies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach 30 hours (TLE) per academic year in Biology (Anatomy & Physiology General Biology and Microbiology or a combination of these groupings) both lecture and laboratory systems. The courses may be delivered using a variety of methods including traditional online hybrid and/or two/threeway technology.
Willingness to teach overloads as needed; the average Biology load typically results in 18.5 hours per semester). Teach ORN 1010Orientation: Learning to Succeed as needed.
Assist in lab coordination and organization including ordering supplies and ensuring equipment is maintained.
This position is primarily stationed at the Jimmy Naifeh Center in Covington but periodic travel to the Main Campus in Dyersburg and other DSCC offsite locations may be required.
Ability to teach and manage multiple courses in an individualized setting.
Teach a range of ages from Dual Enrollment high school students to nontraditional returning adults.
Recruit students from area high schools and from the community to make DSCCs program viable and competitive.
Flexibility to teach evenings/weekends and/or offcampus courses as needed (requires the use of personal vehicle).
Practice a learningcentered educational philosophy and redesign courses to include research based learning strategies including servicelearning opportunities learning communities critical thinking skills cooperative learning and reading across the curriculum.
Develop webenhanced courses for delivery in technologyenhanced classrooms/labs online Zoom and/or remote location.
Develop cooperative education opportunities for students in the local community that provide capstone experiences for the program.
Revise and develop curriculum and select course instructional materials (which may include electronic materials open educational resources traditional textbooks etc. in cooperation with colleagues. Provide course materials and information in a format that is accessible for all students.
Become certified in and fully use the course management system for all classes.
Work with colleagues to assess the effectiveness of courses analyze the results develop and implement improvement plans and document this information each semester in the form prescribed by DSCC.
Participate in professional development and maintain membership in an appropriate regional state and/or national organization related to your teaching at DSCC.
Assist with the identification and mentoring of adjunct instructors.
Assist in the preparation of course semester/term schedules based on community needs and data trends.
Participate in professional development and maintain membership in an appropriate regional state and/or national organization related to teaching assignment at DSCC.
Participate in student activities such as sponsoring a student club/organization and attending campus events.
Advise students maintain regular office hours and participate in college life and committee work of the College. Be trained and certified as a Master Advisor.
Willingness to acquire software certifications as needed.
Assist in grant writing and/or grant management.
Assist with STEM events.
Willingness to teach in correctional facilities (prisons/jails).
Perform other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Sedentary: Desk work; travel will be required for college or program activities. Insignificant effort other than normal movement. Must be able to loft 50 lbs. Minimal Hazard/Exposure:
Standard office settings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to communicate well in oral and written English.
Actively communicate with colleagues and students using email voice mail text and other electronic means. Normally responses are expected in no more than 72 hours.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Ability to teach and evaluate student performance.
Ability to maintain required records.
Ability to work with staff and colleagues in department and college committees and related activities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Masters Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Biology from a regionally accredited institution.
Teaching experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution.
18 graduate hours in an additional discipline supporting the general education core.
Experience teaching in an online environment.
Experience with Zoom and Microsoft Teams
Community college experience.
Salary range$41670$50500
Dyersburg State offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to the following:
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- 14 paid holidays
- Medical dental vision and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
- State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be considered for this position applicant must submit an application a resume cover letter and transcripts if applicable. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; but official transcripts are required upon hire. You also must provide the contact information for a minimum of three 3 professional references.
Your skills abilities qualifications and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire.
Dyersburg State Community Collegeis a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students employees or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race color religion creed national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression disability age status as a protected veteran genetic information or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment programs and activities.
Instructor of Biology
