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Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry
We have openings for a Chemistry Adjunct Instructor (Mathematics & Sciences Division) to teach an on-ground night lectures and/or lab during the Fall 2024 semester at Chattanooga State!
Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.
Our Values:
- We cultivate an inclusive environment.
- We care about the well-being of each other.
- We instill trust through integrity and transparency.
Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.
POSITION SUMMARY
Tuesday night (lecture, requiring MS degree)
Thursday night (lab, requiring BS or MS degree)
Under the supervision of the Department Head and/or Lead Faculty, Adjunct Instructors have as their chief duty the instruction of assigned classes, providing quality instruction for student learning and maintaining a positive learning environment in the classroom. Responsibilities for Adjunct Instructors include conducting classes using appropriate instructional practices, maintain records of attendance, evaluate student performance on assignments or lab activities, assign midterm grades, assign final grades, utilize faculty feedback, complete mandatory training as needed, and perform other duties as assigned.
Beyond teaching responsibilities, Adjunct Instructors are also obligated to comply and support college policies as set forth in the Strategic Plan, the College Catalog, the Adjunct Faculty Handbook, and the Employment Agreement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Holistic Student Support
- Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom. These supports include Admissions and Records, Enrollment Service Center, High School Programs, Recruiting and Orientation, Career Services, Student Support Center, Student Conduct, Student Life, Multicultural and International Services, Adult Student Services, and the Center for Access and Disability Services.
- Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility and reflect equity-minded practices.
Organizational Culture and Inclusive Practices
- Provides equity-minded support in the Mathematics & Sciences Division that aligns with the College’s values.
- Embraces and promotes the College’s goals related to diversity, equity and inclusion and supports the Mathematics & Sciences Division’s efforts to utilize inclusive best practices.
- Provides equity-minded services and support for students, faculty, and staff.
Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation
- Demonstrate teaching excellence by using evidence-based instructional practices that foster student learning.
- Engage to adapt, test, and refine new pedagogical approaches that fit Chattanooga State’s campus context.
- Structure student experiences to ensure equity, belongingness, accessibility, and relevance in academic, student life and co-curricular activities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Maintains a comprehensive grasp on particular area of academic study.
- Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.
- Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation.
- Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition towards others.
- Demonstrates punctuality and is detailed-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form.
- Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, equity-minded principles and practices related to supporting students.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- For lecture: Master’s degree in Chemistry from a regionally accredited institution or Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in any combination of related qualifying fields.
- For lab: minimum Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Teaching Experience
**All applicant submissions must include CV/Resume and Unofficial Transcript attachments**
Closing Date: None
Open Until Filled: No
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