Full Time Instructor, Biology

FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 7 2025

FAIR LABOR STANDARS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT

This recruitment will be used to fill two positions

10 - Month Tenure Track Position

COMPENSATION:

Initial salary placement ranges from $67886 to $106308 based upon education and experience. The current faculty salary schedule includes five classes and twenty steps with a maximum annual salary of $142425.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - Comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• District paid medical dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
• District paid $50000 life insurance policy for the employee.
• Participation in CalSTRS Teachers Retirement System.

For the most updated information please visit our benefits web page.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teaching various courses in the Biology department.
• Working with other faculty in designing new laboratory activities and revising existing laboratory activities.
• Utilize state-of-the-art laboratory technology.
• Participating in program and curriculum development student learning outcomes and assessment as well as the department mission statement master plan and master plan updates.
• Teaching scheduled classes and performing related duties as assigned including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities.
• Complying with District policies and procedures in the performance of all duties.
• Participating in staff development activities and keeping up with the latest news and developments in the biological sciences.
• Serving on area and college-wide committees as necessary to support and enrich the instructional program.
• Demonstrating sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socio-economic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of students and colleagues.
• Promoting the success of a diverse student population through careful preparation of course materials and effective teaching methodologies.
• Maintaining a visible presence on campus in order to be available to regularly and actively participate in department meetings organizing biology majors club and other activities.
• Providing critical feedback on all assignments.
• Participating in assessment evaluation and planning of student learning outcomes and program earning outcomes program review and curriculum development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters in any biological science ORbachelors in any biological science ANDmasters in biochemistry biophysics or marine scienceOR the equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) years of teaching experience in Biology preferred at Community College level.
• Experience teaching face-to-face and hybrid courses.
• Strong background in human biology is preferred.
• Experience working with cadavers is valued.

Must have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

We will be using the guidelines set out by the Academic Affairs Division of the Chancellors Office California Community Colleges. The Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook can be viewed at:Minimum Qualifications California Community Colleges Chancellors Office ()

If you have additional questions please contact Human Resources directly at Ext. 2500.

In addition some specialized courses may require specific certificates (must meet minimum content requirements specified by outside/other agencies based on accreditation).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Office classroom lab and/or on-line environment. Position requires ability to communicate and exchange information. The assignment may include day weekend and/or evening classes on campus and/or at off campus locations. Position requires ability and schedule flexibility to accommodate active participation in College and Department Outreach Events such as College and Career Fairs and College and Community Presentations.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of college-level coursework in Biology
• Ability to use advanced technology in the classroom
• Ability to effectively communicate with and cooperate with others
• Ability to use Canvas or other LMS platforms
• Ability to interact with others (faculty staff students administration)
• Knowledge of developing course syllabi
• Knowledge of fostering inclusive environments for student learning
• Knowledge of integrating accessible practices into course design and teaching strategies
• Knowledge and ability to teach and support students across multiple modalities including online hybrid remote HyFlex and correspondence while maintaining engagement and accessibility.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain compliance with all third-party accrediting bodies by keeping required credentials certifications and regulatory standards current when applicable.
• Ability to work effectively in person through clear communication collaboration and adaptability in diverse professional settings.
• Demonstrated ability to remain current in ones discipline through ongoing professional development research and engagement with emerging trends and best practices.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

VISA
Victor Valley Community College does not sponsor Visas such as H1B Visas.

To be considered a candidate for this position all materials required should be received in the Victor Valley College Office of Human Resources by the First Review Date. If a file is not complete by the First Review Date the application may not be considered by the Screening Committee.

It is the applicants responsibility to ensure that all requested materials are received. All material included in the application packet become District property will not be returned and will not be copied.

All information qualifying an applicant for the position must be included on the Victor Valley College application. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application that applicant will be disqualified.

Please note the only form of communication you will receive throughout the recruiting and hiring process will be through email. It is your responsibility to check your email for any upcoming testing and/or interview dates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Please note that the information provided on the application must be complete and will be the only information used to determine qualifications for the position. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application that applicant will be disqualified.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability to assist with completing an application please contact the Human Resources Department before the listed closing date at extension 2500 or by email at .

A complete file consists of all of the following:
1. A completed Victor Valley College application electronic form
2. A letter expressing interest in the position
3. A current resume or Curriculum Vitae
4. Copies of transcripts showing college degrees and coursework. NOTE: Degrees must be from an accredited institution. Applicants with foreign transcripts must have transcripts evaluated for U.S. equivalency by one of the following agencies. Open the link below for a list of agencies that have been approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to provide evaluation of college or university course work completed at an institution in a country other than the United States:Commission Approved Foreign Transcript Evaluating AgenciesThis evaluation must be completed and submitted prior to your application being included in the application pool. A copy of the evaluation must be attached to each application package. Please note there is a fee for the evaluation service
5. Two (2) recent Letters of Recommendation (written within previous 6 months)

You may check your status at any time by logging into Victor Valley College Online Application Site at with your username and password.

Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position must apply for each position separately.

Victor Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Trustees is committed to supporting recruitment activities that are intentional professional development opportunities that are meaningful and instructional processes that support the goals of equal opportunity equity and diversity by providing equal consideration for all qualified candidates including but not limited to federally and state protected class race color national origin disability (mental and physical including HIV/AIDS cancer and genetic characteristics) ancestry sex/gender (includes pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions) gender identity gender expression sexual orientation religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices) age (over 40) marital status medical condition (genetic characteristics cancer or a record or history of cancer) military or veteran status and genetic information.