1. Using both the traditional and the non-traditional formats (short-term, weekend, online, hybrid, off. campus, web-enhanced), teach a full load of assigned courses at times when needed, which can include (1) during the day, including early morning, late afternoon, evening (2) holidays and/or (3) weekends. Courses to be taught may include General Biology I and II, Botany, Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Microbiology, Nutrition, and Zoology.
2. Ensure adequate evaluation of students’ progress.
3. Assist, tutor, and advise students.
4. Follow established policies and procedures to enhance instruction and contribute to successfully accomplishing the course objectives, student achievement, and professional development.
5. Foster continuous improvement of the methods, content, relevance, and value of each course taught.
6. Participate in college or state-level academic/instructional committees assigned.
7. Ensure instructional methodology and requirements are consistent with the College and respective departments.
8. Participate in the Student Advisory System and make informed recommendations to students regarding class selections for degree completion and transfer opportunities.
9. Provide accurate and timely reports and communications as requested by the School Chairperson or College Administration.
10. Establish, post, and maintain office hours as college policy directs.
11. Attend meetings as requested.
12. Serve as a public relations representative for the Community College system.
13. Engage in ongoing professional development and meet the required units.
14. Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by respective departments or college administration.

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Instructor

GENERAL STATEMENT OF FUNCTION: Responsible for teaching assigned courses at assigned sites and the other duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Reports to the School of Science and Kinesiology chairperson on the Harrison County Campus.

(M1) Master’s degree in Biology or Master’s degree with a minimum of eighteen graduate semester hours in biological sciences from an accredited institution of higher learning. (M2) Teaching experience. (M3) Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. (M4) Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite.

(D1) Doctorate in an appropriate field. (D2) Qualifications to teach various lecture/lab courses in the area of biological sciences (General Biology, Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Nutrition, Human Anatomy and Physiology). (D3) Experience teaching at the community college and/or college level.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer, P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address compliance@mgccc.edu.

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, Mississippi Gulf Coast Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, MS; Bryant Center at Tradition, Biloxi, MS; West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; George County Center, Lucedale, MS; and Maritime Training Academy, Pascagoula, MS.

State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.

Faculty

05/21/2024

06/04/2024

No

Dr. Monica Donohue
Dean of Teaching and Learning
2226 Switzer Rd.
Gulfport, MS 39507
228-896-2506
monica.donohue@mgccc.edu