What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Biology Instructor(s) position at Yakima Valley College?
Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Salary:
$920 per Instructional Unit
Up to 10 IU's/Quarter
Yakima Valley College seeks innovative adjunct Biology Instructors committed to community college students and their success. This position is part-time, non-tenure track.
Reporting to the Dean – Arts and Sciences, the adjunct Biology Instructor will be accomplished and active in their discipline, committed to participating in a multicultural, interdisciplinary learning environment, and skilled in the technology of learning and research.
JOB PROFILE:
- The primary responsibility of the instructor is to teach courses in General Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and other biology classes and labs as assigned. Instructors typically teach 1-2 courses per quarter requiring 2-4 hours in the classroom or mentoring students on a daily basis.
- Additional responsibilities include participation in college-wide registration and advising, a commitment to systematic classroom/department/college assessment and improvement, adequate preparation for course instruction, course and curriculum planning, and availability for student consultation outside of class on a daily basis.
- Other responsibilities include maintenance of high expectations for students, participation in campus-wide committees, ordering textbooks and audio-visual materials, assessment and evaluation of individual student progress, maintenance of student records, referring students to other appropriate college staff as necessary, and demonstration of student-centered values consistent with the community college philosophy.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Earned Master's degree in Biology or related field (e.g. microbiology, cell biology, genetics, anatomy, physiology, ecology).
- Demonstrated Successful teaching experience.
- Experience teaching a variety of Biology courses to a highly diverse community college population.
- Experience or evidence of willingness to work in a participatory collegiate community (e.g., committees, college activities).
- Experience using a variety of classroom methodologies (e.g., assessment, collaborative learning, classroom technologies, interactive teaching).
- Experience developing Biology and/or other science curricula.
- Understanding of and commitment to the community college philosophy and life-long learning.
- Experience or interest in teaching populations diverse in age, culture, and ethnicity.
- Experience teaching at the high school level.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:
- A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
- A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
- Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
- Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire
- Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications.
- Supplemental Question: The college requires a Diversity and Inclusion response as part of its application materials. The statement is found in the supplemental question area of the application. Please respond (NO MORE than two pages in length) in the text box area provided or upload the document to your application as an attachment.
Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Supplemental Information:
Those applicants invited to interview may be required to complete a skills test.
Candidates will be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670. Equal Opportunity - Yakima Valley College (yvcc.edu)
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Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Salary : $1,920,960
