BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES INSTRUCTOR (TENURE TRACK) presso Barstow Community College, CA

About the Department

ASSIGNMENT
Full-time instructors are typically assigned 15 lecture hours of student contact time (or equivalent in laboratory or related activities) per semester. Office hours are required. Instructors are expected to participate in college governance through appointments to standing councils and/or a variety of committees. Teaching assignments may include a mixture of day, evening, weekend, and off-campus sites, or in a distance education environment.

Position Duties

A. General Scope of Responsibilities 
1. Practice excellence in teaching and instruction. 
2. Demonstrate evidence of professional growth and academic currency. 
3. Carry out the responsibilities specific to their area, department and/or program. 
4. Contribute to the College Community by participation in service activities.
5. Contribute to the local community by participation in service activities. 

B. Teaching and Instruction 
1. Begin class on time in an orderly, organized fashion. 
2. Be courteous to and approachable by students. 
3. Follow approved policies and procedures in the conduct of all instructional activities. 
4. Use effective motivation to help stimulate a personal desire to learn the subject/skill(s). 
5. Constantly strive to improve instruction through: 
a. Self-analysis and evaluation. 
b. Observation and study of new instructional techniques for lecture, laboratory or performance courses. 
c. The use of technology where applicable to enhance the learning environment. 
d. Re-evaluation and re-definition of instructional objectives. 
e. Continual revision and updating of course content and materials of instruction. 
f. Attendance at the division meetings, conferences on improvement of instruction, and such activities as may be required for self-improvement. 
g. Initiation and/or participation in overall department/division wide program development, maintenance, evaluation, revision and/or expansion.
6. Meet and assist students during office hours or by appointment at other reasonable times. 
7. Prepare complete course syllabi. 
8. Utilize standard methods of evaluation listed in course outlines or other materials approved in advance by the Office of Instruction.
C. Professional Growth and Currency 
1. Instructors are required to engage in activities, which demonstrate a pattern of academic, professional, and/or technical updating or currency. 
D. Area or Departmental Responsibilities 
1. Be knowledgeable about and abide by college policies and procedures, including accurate and timely submission of all reports, grades and paperwork. 
2. Attend all meetings scheduled by the administration for planning and orientation. 
3. Order instructional materials (e.g., textbooks, manuals, syllabi, and equipment) with sufficient lead-time to ensure for use in teaching. 
4. Work with the Office of Instruction: 
a. Assist in scheduling for area of responsibility. 
b. Prepare and submit information needed for the development of area budgets. 
c. Attend Division meetings as requested. 
d. Assist in course staffing (part-time faculty) functions.
5. Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Office of Instruction. 
6. Comply with the BCCD Collective Bargaining Agreement Provisions such as: 
a. Full-time instructional faculty are expected to be present on campus for two (2) days a week, including a minimum of two (2) hours per day on the days that they teach classes.
b. All full-time instructors shall maintain a schedule of at least five (5) office hours per week for every school week.
c. Comply with other requirements of said bargaining agreement as required. 
E. College-Wide Service 
1. Volunteer to serve on college committees. 
2. When requested serve on college committees and project teams. 
3. Participate in faculty governance e.g. Academic Senate. 
F. Community Service (optional) 
1. The college values the contributions made to the local community by the instructional staff. These contributions can enhance the instructor’s expertise in their field and contribute to the College. These contributions are at the option of the instructor and are not formal requirements of the position, but they are recommended.

ENVIRONMENT
Classroom/Lab

PHYSICAL ABILITIES
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment, standing for extended periods of time, reaching overhead and above shoulders, walking, bending, hearing and speaking to exchange information, and seeing to observe students at work

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse, academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. 

AND Master's in any biological science
OR Bachelor's in any biological science
AND Master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science
OR the equivalent.

Desired Qualifications   

• Experience teaching the latest technology in a higher education environment.
• Experience teaching in a variety of modalities, including hybrid and online.
• Membership and active involvement in professional or teaching organizations related to the field.
  

Equivalency

If you do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the Job Announcement, you must complete this form(Download PDF reader) to claim the equivalent to the minimum qualifications in the discipline. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide a complete application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Submit your request for equivalency ONLY IF your education and/or experience are different, but equivalent, to the minimum qualifications stated in the job announcement. If you have additional questions, please contact Human Resources directly at (760) 252-2411 Ext. 7232.

Equivalency Resources

Chancellor’s Office Minimum Qualifications Handbook:19 th EDITION Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges

Application Procedure

• Cover Letter
• Completed District Application for Certificated Employment
• Resume
• **Unofficial copy of transcripts from a regionally accredited institution of Higher Education verifying educational degrees (official transcripts required upon offer of employment).
• List of references (contact information only)