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Science & Mathematics Division Adjunct Instructor

Employer
Delta College
Location
University Center, MI

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Job Details

Position Title:

Science & Mathematics Division Adjunct Instructor

Employee Group:

Faculty

Division/Department:

Science and Mathematics

Status:

Part-time instructor, teach days and/or evenings FA, WI, SP, or SS

Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions:

Are you interested in positively impacting students’ lives? We are seeking collaborative, energetic, and innovative adjunct instructors for the Science and Mathematics Division who are committed to student retention and success. Instructors are responsible for establishing and promoting an effective learning environment to maximize student learning. Instructors may be assigned to teach introductory and general courses in traditional classroom and/or blended/hybrid settings as needed in the Science and Mathematics Division at Delta College.

Science and Mathematics Disciplines:
Astronomy | Biology | Anatomy/Physiology | Microbiology | Chemistry | Environmental Science | Geology | Physics | Science Technical Programs | Mathematics (Developmental and College Level)

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Understanding of and ability to work with a diverse student population
  • Use of email, internet-based resources, and common Office software
  • Ability to teach in a variety of formats, including incorporating online learning systems
  • Ability to teach non-science majors that are mathematically under-prepared
  • Understanding of ADA requirements and willingness to create accessible materials
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Understanding Delta Mission/Vision/Values

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in specific discipline or closely related field with at least 18 hours of successful graduate level coursework in specific discipline
  • Ability to teach on a Delta campus

Additional Experiences Considered:

Additional Experiences Considered:

  • Teaching experience at the community college level
  • Recent experience in teaching the specific discipline in an active learning environment

Application Deadline:

Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Complete an on-line application and attach a cover letter with position title, resume, three current names of professional references, and copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and/or certifications and licenses.

  • Course assignment is dependent on the applicant’s qualifications and demonstrated abilities.

  • If you are selected for an interview, you are required to provide a teaching demonstration on topics selected by the Science and Mathematics Division.

Organization

Founded in 1961, Delta College is a fully accredited community college offering 150 transfer, career degree and certificate programs. Often referred to as one of America's leading community colleges -- Delta is known for excellent programs, technological innovation, community leadership and graduates who make a difference.

Delta College is a charter member of the National League for Innovation in the Community College. The League is comprised of 20 college districts with 58 campuses, enrolling more than 650,000 students. Additionally the League has over 700 colleges who have alliance membership. Delta's membership is significant recognition that it is devoted to the improvement of learning through experimentation and innovation.

The League places a strong emphasis on research, evaluation, and dissemination of information on innovations. In this way, potentially valuable new approaches to instruction are made known and an opportunity is provided to judge their suitability for use at other colleges. Participation in League activities enables Delta to adapt and adopt those innovative practices which have proved effective elsewhere, while sharing the results of its own innovations with colleges in other districts. This means that residents of all ages in the tri-counties have the opportunity to share in the benefits of improved instruction and services provided by the College.

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