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At a Glance! Lower Columbia College is seeking a dynamic, energetic and creative instructor committed to community college students and their success. This position will be responsible for developing and teaching biology. Courses are delivered through multiple modalities including online, hybrid, and in-person.

LCC has a strong commitment to making diversity, equity, and inclusion a core component of initiatives, program operations and professional development. We believe diversity enriches the educational experience for all students, faculty, and staff.

• Lecture rate is $56.70-64.10 per contact hour ($623.70 - $705.10 per credit).
• Lab rate is $43.44-47.74 per contact hour ($955.68-$1050.28 per credit).
• Practicum rate is $31.83 per contact hour ($1050.39 per credit).

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Examples of Duties & Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities

• Impart expertise, enthusiasm, and creativity in the instruction of biology to a diverse student population with various learning styles and abilities.
• Effectively prepare and present course content, drawing upon disciplinary knowledge, skills, theories, issues, research, and applications to design engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Analyze course assessments, evaluations and data and engage in continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate multicultural competence, including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations, and create an educational environment that affirms commitment to equity and diversity.
• Provide quality instruction in various settings (classroom, online) adapting to a variety of teaching/learning situations while maintaining an effective learning environment.
• Competently incorporate instructional technologies in course delivery.
• Seek and promote opportunities for student learning and critical thinking.
• Assess, evaluate and document student learning and achievement of course outcomes.
• Provide individualized support to promote student success.
• Provide verbal and written feedback to students in a timely manner, including the grading of assignments.
• Maintain currency of course content and materials, including course syllabi.
• Provide academic and career advising to students.
• Effectively interact with supervisors, colleagues, and staff as a member of the educational team.
• Establish and maintain office hours; be available for student consultation.
• Perform ongoing student, program and college assessment activities, including analysis of course assessments, evaluations, and data to engage in continuous improvement to enhance student success, retention, and completion.
• Participate in department and college activities and meetings.
• Accomplish college service activities.
• Uphold LCC policies, procedures, expectations and standards.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written English.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Biology or related field of study from an accredited institution.
• Professional practice/work-experience in biology/microbiology or closely related field.
• Experience teaching adults at the college level.
• Experience using technology (MS Office Suite, Google, video conferencing).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum development and assessment.
• Experience working with a diverse population.
• Expertise using a Learning Management System such as Canvas and using technology to enhance student learning.

The minimum qualifications may seem specific and limiting, but we do consider candidates with relatable education, experience, and skills. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet exactly what's listed. With questions about qualifications, feel free to reach out to our HR team.

Supplemental Information

Equal Employment Opportunity
LCC provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. For more information, see Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy.

• The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds, including differing beliefs, cultures, people, and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize, understand, and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information, see Diversity & Equity.

• The college is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information, visit About Title IX.

Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our Strategic Plan.

Application Procedure and Requirements
An online application must be completed for consideration. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):

• Resume
• Cover Letter (Letter of Interest)
• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

Upon request, accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Conditions of Employment

• If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
• The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lowercolumbia.edu/CleryASFR.

Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.

Lower Columbia College Human Resources
For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at hr@lowercolumbia.edu.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $31.83 - $64.10 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: One location