What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biology Instructor - 60028759 position at State of South Carolina?
The South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) seeks an experienced and dedicated professional as its next Biology Instructor. This individual will teach college-level courses to advanced high school juniors and seniors in a rigorous residential learning environment. This individual must present and manage challenging instruction that targets mastery of subject matter. We welcome applications from candidates with specialization or teaching experience in general biology; preferred candidates will be qualified to teach anatomy and physiology, including lab components. Candidates with additional experience/expertise in teaching neuroscience, forensic science, or comparative anatomy are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate should be prepared to teach AP Biology, which is a two-semester course, comparable to a year-long introductory biology course in a collegiate environment. The candidate will also have opportunities to develop and teach upper-level biology courses based upon their specialty.
This is a permanent, full-time (10-month) position in Hartsville, South Carolina, with benefits provided through the State of South Carolina. The salary is competitive and commensurate with credentials and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately, with a start date no later than 08/02/2025.
GSSM's mission is to seek out and advance the state's most talented and motivated students, offering them a transforming education with a special focus on science, mathematics, and engineering that cultivates joy in learning and builds the confidence to engage as ethical leaders with the world's most significant issues.
GSSM is nationally recognized for the quality of its advanced STEM, humanities, student research, and international programs. Our faculty and staff share a passion for their disciplines and a commitment to inspire and lead students to achieve their best while fostering the joy of learning. GSSM is a public high school serving 11th -12th grade students residentially and 10th -12th grades through virtual programs. GSSM's Outreach Center engages over 8,000 elementary and middle school students through various STEM educational programs around the state in partnership with several school districts.
The significant areas of responsibility for this position include:
Develop course content and methodology to achieve demonstrable student achievement in the area of instruction. Develop a student evaluation system or course content and instructional methods.
Maintain appropriate class and/or lab and instruction schedules. Explore, develop, and, when appropriate implement innovative methodology for successful instruction. Work with the Department Chair and/or the Dean of Curriculum and Instruction and/or VP for Academics in developing, setting, and sharing successful instructional methods.
Work with students in and out of the classroom and counsel students to increase understanding, comprehension, and effective demonstration of competency in the course(s). Set and maintain appropriate times for students to meet with the instructor to improve competency.
Effectively monitor students’ progress, identifying weaknesses and strengths and preparing a program to improve any deficiencies. Report achievements (grades) and academic problem areas in a timely manner as set by the Department Chair and/or the Dean of Curriculum and Instruction and/or VP for Academics.
Support school activities as a learning community by following school guidelines and procedures for all activities including but not limited to the following: spending guidelines, submitting self-evaluations, providing required data for assessment, proctoring state, and AP exams, writing letters of recommendation, and participating in meetings and other events.
Work with the Department Chair and/or the Dean of Curriculum and Instruction and/or VP for Academics to complete GSSM's employee evaluation and faculty growth procedures. As appropriate, support the school's mission as a learning community and provider of outreach programs to improve education.
All other duties assigned by the Department Chair and/or the Dean of Curriculum and/or the VP for Academics.
Master's degree in biology required and demonstrated successful teaching (1O years sought), preferably teaching advanced students.
Additional Requirements:
Excellent communication & motivational skills for high academic results with the target student population. Classroom and student management skills (computer entry, grading, etc.) Instructors are expected to use in-person, virtual, or hybrid modalities to meet the needs of the institution and its students; demonstrated experience in these environments is preferred.
A Please note that some areas of the Agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.
- Ph. D. in subject area.
- Experience with gifted high-school-aged students preferred.
The SC Governor's School of Science and Mathematics is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
