Instructor - Chemistry jobs in Oregon

Description

Position Title: Chemistry Instructor              

Department/Unit: Academic Affairs

Classification: Part Time Faculty                      

Status (exempt or non-exempt): Exempt

Percentage: Part time-term to term

Pay is dependent upon individual credentials and experience.

• Courses will be offered Face to Face  for 2024-25 Academic Year.  Fall term begins September 16, 2024.
• Oregon residency is required for employment
• We are committed to hiring faculty with a student-centered approach to teaching.  

An application is complete when the following have been uploading 

· curriculum vitae (CV)

· a cover letter

· copies of your unofficial transcripts -

· statement of Philosophy on Teaching 

This position will remain open until filled, with reviews occurring as applications are received.

Course details:

Chemistry 221 (5 credits/77 clock hours)- Explores measurements, properties of matter, nomenclature, atomic theory, chemical periodicity, and chemical bonding. This is the first course in a three-course sequence. 

Chemistry 222 (5 credits/77 clock hours)- Explores stoichiometry; chemical reactions and equations; thermo chemistry; physical states of matter including properties of gases, liquids, solids and solutions; and chemical kinetics. Introduces organic chemistry. This is the second course in a three-course sequence. 

Chemistry 223 (5 credits/77 clock hours)- Explores acid-base chemistry, ionic equilibria; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; thermodynamics; and descriptive chemistry topics. Includes special topics as time and interest allow. This is the third course in a three-course sequence.

FACULTY COMMITMENTS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS:

1. Creating an inclusive classroom environment that is sensitive to and respectful of student diversity.

2. An interest in teaching across the curriculum and interdisciplinary collaboration.

3. Giving students access to learning where and when it supports their success (days, evenings, weekends; at all of our locations; as well as on-line).

4. A passion for pedagogy and commitment to continuous improvement.

5. Excitement about technology; already savvy or excited to learn.

6. Collaborative engagement outside of the classroom to improve institutional outcomes for our students and staff.

7. An entrepreneurial mindset and propensity to see what is possible.

8. Faculty ownership and leadership in the classroom, discipline, and College.

9. Collegiality and respect for everyone.

10. Excited about and committed to advancing OCCCs future: student success, ongoing accreditation, growth in access and programs, and a great place to work.

TYPICAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching and Student Success: Instruct students using approved course outcome guides and accurate syllabi. Prepare instructional materials as needed. Meet all assigned classes. Apply the colleges values for teaching and learning. Facilitate learning that applies to students academic and career goals. Meet the curricular needs of students at various learning levels. Encourage mutual responsibility for a supportive learning environment. Provide effective teaching strategies in an environment that encourages student and instructor interaction. Actively engage students in the learning process. Encourage creative and critical thinking. Evaluate and grade student progress. Maintain accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and scholastic progress. Assess the achievement of student learning outcomes at the course, program, and institutional level.

Professional Responsibilities: Work collaboratively with colleagues and community partners. Interact with students, staff, and administration in a professional manner. Assure effective two-way communication at all levels of responsibility. Engage in a reasonable amount of student contact outside of instruction to respond to questions and to resolve course-related problems. Complete required college trainings.  

Additionally, Part-time faculty are invited and encouraged to participate in professional development and other institutional work (such as attending department meetings, engaging in committee work, and advancing shared governance).   

Compliance Comply with published College Policies and Procedures. Maintain a safe learning and working environment by following all laws, policies and procedures established by the College and through state and federal oversight (such as OSHA and Title IX). Maintain College safety standards in work areas; ensure that students are trained in good safety practices; and make reasonable efforts to ensure that students follow good safety practices.

Other duties as needed: Use of media aids, the library, and other resources, as applicable. Requires a flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends. Ability to travel to a variety of teaching sites throughout Lincoln County.

*The list of typical duties & responsibilities is intended to be representative of the tasks performed by this position. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

The list of essential functions is intended to be representative of the tasks performed by this position. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

SUPERVISES THE FOLLOWING STAFF

No supervision – but the instructor will work with the laboratory assistant to coordinate setup and take-down of laboratory classes. 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree Requirements to teach Lower Division College Transfer:

Master’s degree (or higher) in the subject area OR a Master’s degree (or higher) in a related area plus 30 quarter hours of graduate credit in the subject area.

Subject Area degrees includes but are not limited to:

Chemistry

Chemical Education

Biochemistry

Related Area degrees include but are not limited to:

Agricultural Chemistry Biophysics

Chemical Biology Chemical Engineering

Environmental Science Materials Engineering 

Material Science Petroleum Engineering

Pharmacology Physical Sciences

Toxicology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent experience teaching at the college level or teaching adults of varying skill levels.
• Experience proving student-centered instruction, such as active learning, inclusive teaching, and promoting student metacognition.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Light physical exertion with occasional, moderate lifting, bending, stooping, and pulling. 
• Ability to carry equipment and tools of moderate weight, using arms and hands. 
• Mobility to move between offices, classrooms, and floors. 
• Ability to hear the conversational voice and effectively communicate responses. 
• Visual acuity to read and evaluate student work and complete and maintain various types of records. 
• Assignment will include teaching at all OCCC locations and may involve field work conducted at various organizations within Lincoln County. Travel between College sites and other locations may be required as needed. 
• Periodic travel and overnight stays outside of Lincoln County may be required for meetings, professional development, and other purposes.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Faculty positions are represented by the collective bargaining agreement between American Federation of Teachers and Oregon Coast Community College.
• Part time faculty have term to term appointments. New part time faculty will be evaluated during their first term of employment.

**The use of tobacco and smoke-emitting materials and devices including electronic cigarettes is prohibited on all of the college locations, including OCCCs building exteriors and parking lots.

We strive to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and we encourage applications from persons with varied backgrounds and perspectives. 

In support of Oregon Veterans Preference in Public Employment, we encourage veterans and veterans with disabilities to explore employment opportunities at Oregon Coast Community College.

All positions at Oregon Coast Community College are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college. Employees must maintain Oregon residency as a condition of employment.

Federal law prohibits the College from employing an individual who has not provided documentation for verification by the third day of employment.

Contact Human Resources if you need assistance and/or an accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, contact Human Resources at 541-867-8515.

• Notice of Affirmative Action Policy- It is the policy of Oregon Coast Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,  marital status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or family relationship (ORS 659.340), in admission and access to, or treatment in, employment, educational programs, or activity as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and their implementing regulations.