Biology Instructor

Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Biology Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and online courses, and through creative biology labs as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements. The instructor is responsible for working with the department chair and dean to ensure that all student learning outcomes are met.

The duties of the Biology Instructor include, but are not limited to:

Mastery of Subject Matter

Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the teaching discipline

Display ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of the field or discipline

Connect the subject matter with related fields

Stay current in the subject matter through professional development; involvement in professional organizations; and attending professional meetings, conferences and/or workshops

Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate

Teaching Performance

Teach a course load appropriate to the teaching discipline

Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning

Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students

Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs

Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the Internet, interactive technology, etc., when appropriate

Encourage the development of communication skills and higher-order thinking skills through appropriate student assignments

Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives

Evaluation of Student Learning

Establish and follow meaningful learning objectives

Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward course objectives

Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning

Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grades each semester according to established deadlines

Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances

Support of College Policies and Procedures

Teach classes as assigned in a multi-campus environment

Teach credit or non-credit courses in the teaching discipline as needed

Post and maintain regular office hours to ensure accessibility to colleagues and to students for advisement and consultation

Serve as faculty academic advisor for students

Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies

Maintain confidentiality of student information

Substitute for other instructors in the teaching discipline in case of an absence

Exercise stewardship of college facilities, materials, and resources

Comply with responsibilities as cited in the Lenoir Community College Catalog, Faculty Handbook, Handbook for Distance Education, Policy Manual, and Procedures Manual

Participation in College, Division, Department, and Program Activities

Serve on college committees as assigned

Participate in meetings and events as required

Respond in a timely manner to requests for information

Support both part-time and full-time colleagues

Contribute to program, department, and division curriculum development processes

Participate in graduation ceremonies

Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators as an individual or as a team member

Contribution to the Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs

Maintain familiarity with college goals, mission, and long-range plans

Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and channels

Participate in professional activities that contribute to the educational goals of the College and its constituents

Perform professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, mission, and plans of the College

Participate in the marketing, recruitment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Other Duties

Direct students in laboratory classes; train and supervise activities of students in lab settings; assist students with lab assignments and related activities

Ensure that equipment, materials, and other resources, such as instructional aids are available for classes

Take a lead role in maintaining lab equipment; and if needed, perform simple maintenance

Make arrangements for equipment repairs when machines break down

Qualifications

Master's degree in biology, botany, zoology, or a related biological science subfield or a master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in biology, botany, zoology, or related biological science subfield from a regionally accredited institution

Previous teaching experience at a community college, university, or high school; experience using instructional technologies; and teaching online courses are preferred skills

Working Conditions

Typical classroom and laboratory environments

Typical online environment

Frequent travel to local high schools and off-campus sites

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, political affiliation, or disability.