Instructor of Chemistry - Spring 2021
- Employer
- Elgin Community College
- Location
- Elgin, IL
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- Faculty Jobs
- Science & Technology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Physical Sciences
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
Job no: 493493
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Elgin, IL
Experience Level: Mid-Level
Categories: Full-time Faculty
Role: Instructor of Chemistry
About ECC:
Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.Work Schedule:
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.Rate of Pay:
Commensurate with education and experience.
FLSA Status:
ExemptGrant Funded:
NoJob Summary:
Full-time teaching faculty provide instruction aligned with the college's strategic goals and evaluate students' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Master’s degree in the discipline or in a related discipline with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline (Chemistry)
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Essential Duties:
Deliver Instruction
1. Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
2. Prepare lessons
3. Provide course syllabus (which shall include course information, grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
4. Utilize learning outcomes assessment and measures to improve learning/instruction
If a lab is involved:
5. Prepare labs
6. Enforce lab safety procedures
Evaluate Student Progress
1. Keep accurate record of student performance
2. Provide students with timely feedback
Provide Student Assistance
1. Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication
2. Give career and academic advice
3. Refer students to student support services
4. Accommodate special needs students
Develop curriculum
1. Review/select textbooks and instructional materials
2. Develop/revise courses
3. Develop/revise degree/certificate programs
4. Review/revise course outlines
5. Participate in articulation of courses/programs
If occupational program is involved:
6. Consult with advisory committees
Participate in professional development
1. Participate in professional growth activities that are aligned with the college’s strategic goals
2. Keep current on research and technologies in assigned specialties
3. Participate in professional growth activities
4. Participate in professional organizations
Participate in Departmental Routines
1. Assist in scheduling of classes
2. Assist in setting departmental goals, learning outcomes and selection of textbooks
3. Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes at the college, program and course-level
4. Assist in assessing new equipment and/or supplies
5. Serve on standing committees
6. Serve on ad hoc committees
7. Participate in program review
8. Comply with registration/records procedures
9. Verify student enrollment
10. Attend College-wide meetings
11. Serve on non-tenure faculty evaluation committees
12. Complete the requirements of the evaluation process
Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description.
Physical Demands:
Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)
Visual Acuity:
Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)
Work Environment:
Moderate noise
Environmental Conditions:
Typical office or administrative
Current SSECCA Union Member Information:
This original posting date for this position is 008/10/2020. Elgin Community College Support Staff of Elgin Community College Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 08/17/2020 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.
In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Advertised: August 10, 2020 Central Daylight Time
Applications close:
Organization
Working at Elgin Community College
Elgin Community College offers 2,000 courses to choose from and services that fit the lifestyles of busy adult learners. Every semester, 6,000 returning adult students take classes at ECC. Their average age is 28, and 80 percent of them are taking one or two courses per semester.
ECC is in the education and training business which means better business for employers and employees. ECC offers relevant and economical professional continuing education, custom business training, and services forsmall business through the corporate and continuing education division of ECC. Students can select from an array of exciting and in-demand topics that allow them to gain the confidence to embark on a new career, start a small businesses, or convert a personal interest into a paid endeavor. Skilled, professional sales representatives work directly with companies and area employers to assure that presentations developed are custom designed. Instructors with real-world know-how, experienced at working with adults, teach the classes. Applicable state training incentives are used to keep programs cost-effective.
Locations
ECC Campus: Thirteen buildings grace a picturesque 217-acre campus. It's a modern network of buildings where learning is enhanced by the latest equipment, Internet and wireless access and computer instruction across the curricula. ECC is outfitted for the future and continues to grow to meet the ever-changing needs of our students.
Streamwood Center: In 1998, the college and Village of Streamwood remodeled the lower level of Village Hall to include computer and general purpose classrooms. Classes offered there make it easier for those who live in the eastern portions of ECC’s district to attend college.
Satelitte Campuses: ECC holds classes throughout the northwest suburbs at off-campus locations scattered across the district. Whether it is a medical center where ECC nursing students assist in patient care, a fire station where students transform into prospective lifesavers, or a nearby forest preserve where bird watching takes over on Saturday mornings, ECC classes are somewhere nearby.
Employment at ECC
ECC provides a work environment that is characterized by the shared values of excellence, freedom of inquiry, equity, ethical practices, accountability, respect for diversity and community engagement.
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