What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Technician, Biology position at Chattanooga State Community College?
We have an opening for a 12-month Biology Laboratory Teaching Technician position at our Chattanooga State campus!
Our Purpose: We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.
Our Values:
We cultivate an inclusive environment.
We care about the well-being of each other.
We instill trust through integrity and transparency.
We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.
We collaborate to build a better future.
Our Mission: We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide quality instruction and materials and equipment preparation as support for student learning in a Biology laboratory setting. Courses may be scheduled during the day or evening, taught in a variety of formats and terms (15 and 7-weeks) and at several different locations, including off-campus sites and local high schools. The Teaching Technician is expected to facilitate the instructional process, evaluate students, monitor and communicate progress to students and to the appropriate college staff members, provide out-of-class academic assistance to students, utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) and appropriate online educational systems, maintain attendance and grade records, work to retain students, maintain required classroom, office and laboratory preparation hours, prepare and maintain lab supplies, equipment, and facility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation
Serve as a member of the Science Department within the Math and Sciences Division for the Teaching Excellence strategic theme of the College’s Strategic Plan. In this role, the staff member is responsible for the following:
Course and Curriculum Development:
Use current technology to prepare and teach laboratory materials, face to face, hybrid, virtual, or online as needed
With colleagues, revise courses and curricula, develop and/or select instructional materials
Prepare tests, projects, labs, and other forms of student evaluation materials
Consult with department faculty concerning the coordination of lecture/lab activities with learning outcomes
Professional Growth:
Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas and technologies
Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials
Attend scheduled college, divisional, and departmental professional development and in-service activities, and participate in the annual faculty evaluation process
Support related professional organizations by attending meetings and/or serving as an officer
Service to Students:
Prepare materials and equipment for hands-on use by students in lab
Demonstrate student use of laboratory equipment
Supervise student workers
Respect the rights of students and access to educational opportunities
Assist in recruitment, selection, orientation, and evaluation of potential students
Support student activities
Service to the College and Community:
Prepare and maintain lab supplies, equipment, and facility
Participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes
Support and participate in college/division/department committees, organizations, and/or task force groups to make recommendations in the College’s decision-making processes
Provide input into preparation of semester schedules and departmental budgets
Participate in college programs
Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues
Strengthen relationships between the college and the community through community outreach activities
Attend required college, division, and department meetings
Holistic Student Support
Understands the range of College services that support students, such as Enrollment Services, Advising, Career Services, Tutoring, Student Life, and Accessibility Services.
Ensures these services are accessible and responsive to diverse student needs.
Promotes a welcoming, student-centered campus experience
Promote, support, and participate in student recruitment and retention efforts
Fiscal Stewardship
Supports the responsible fiscal stewardship of the funds allocated to the Science Department within the Math and Sciences Division
Organizational Culture
Actively supports the College’s goals for fostering a positive and inclusive organizational culture and contributes to the Math and Sciences Division’s efforts to implement effective practices that enhance student, faculty, and staff experiences and success.
Maintains an office environment that is open, inviting, and professional
Works collaboratively with Biology faculty
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
An earned Bachelor’s degree with 30 semester hours in Biology, Clinical Lab Science, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
Lab preparation experience, including preparing and maintaining media and bacterial cultures; experience using and maintaining microscopes and autoclaves; laboratory teaching experience in Biology or related field; inventory and ordering experience; clinical lab employment experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND WORK CHARACTERISTICS
Maintains a comprehensive grasp on the particular area(s) of academic study
Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students
Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation
Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others
Demonstrates punctuality and is detailed-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form
Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, equity-minded principles and practices related to supporting students
Projected Salary Range: $35,568 - $44,460
Closing Date: 30 days from posting (Must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. EST)
**All applicant submissions must include a cover letter, CV/Resume, and Unofficial Transcript attachments**
Open Until Filled: Yes
Our Purpose: We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.
Our Values:
We cultivate an inclusive environment.
We care about the well-being of each other.
We instill trust through integrity and transparency.
We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.
We collaborate to build a better future.
Our Mission: We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide quality instruction and materials and equipment preparation as support for student learning in a Biology laboratory setting. Courses may be scheduled during the day or evening, taught in a variety of formats and terms (15 and 7-weeks) and at several different locations, including off-campus sites and local high schools. The Teaching Technician is expected to facilitate the instructional process, evaluate students, monitor and communicate progress to students and to the appropriate college staff members, provide out-of-class academic assistance to students, utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) and appropriate online educational systems, maintain attendance and grade records, work to retain students, maintain required classroom, office and laboratory preparation hours, prepare and maintain lab supplies, equipment, and facility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation
Serve as a member of the Science Department within the Math and Sciences Division for the Teaching Excellence strategic theme of the College’s Strategic Plan. In this role, the staff member is responsible for the following:
Course and Curriculum Development:
Use current technology to prepare and teach laboratory materials, face to face, hybrid, virtual, or online as needed
With colleagues, revise courses and curricula, develop and/or select instructional materials
Prepare tests, projects, labs, and other forms of student evaluation materials
Consult with department faculty concerning the coordination of lecture/lab activities with learning outcomes
Professional Growth:
Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas and technologies
Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials
Attend scheduled college, divisional, and departmental professional development and in-service activities, and participate in the annual faculty evaluation process
Support related professional organizations by attending meetings and/or serving as an officer
Service to Students:
Prepare materials and equipment for hands-on use by students in lab
Demonstrate student use of laboratory equipment
Supervise student workers
Respect the rights of students and access to educational opportunities
Assist in recruitment, selection, orientation, and evaluation of potential students
Support student activities
Service to the College and Community:
Prepare and maintain lab supplies, equipment, and facility
Participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes
Support and participate in college/division/department committees, organizations, and/or task force groups to make recommendations in the College’s decision-making processes
Provide input into preparation of semester schedules and departmental budgets
Participate in college programs
Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues
Strengthen relationships between the college and the community through community outreach activities
Attend required college, division, and department meetings
Holistic Student Support
Understands the range of College services that support students, such as Enrollment Services, Advising, Career Services, Tutoring, Student Life, and Accessibility Services.
Ensures these services are accessible and responsive to diverse student needs.
Promotes a welcoming, student-centered campus experience
Promote, support, and participate in student recruitment and retention efforts
Fiscal Stewardship
Supports the responsible fiscal stewardship of the funds allocated to the Science Department within the Math and Sciences Division
Organizational Culture
Actively supports the College’s goals for fostering a positive and inclusive organizational culture and contributes to the Math and Sciences Division’s efforts to implement effective practices that enhance student, faculty, and staff experiences and success.
Maintains an office environment that is open, inviting, and professional
Works collaboratively with Biology faculty
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
An earned Bachelor’s degree with 30 semester hours in Biology, Clinical Lab Science, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
Lab preparation experience, including preparing and maintaining media and bacterial cultures; experience using and maintaining microscopes and autoclaves; laboratory teaching experience in Biology or related field; inventory and ordering experience; clinical lab employment experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND WORK CHARACTERISTICS
Maintains a comprehensive grasp on the particular area(s) of academic study
Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students
Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation
Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others
Demonstrates punctuality and is detailed-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form
Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, equity-minded principles and practices related to supporting students
Projected Salary Range: $35,568 - $44,460
Closing Date: 30 days from posting (Must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. EST)
**All applicant submissions must include a cover letter, CV/Resume, and Unofficial Transcript attachments**
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary : $35,568 - $44,460
