Job Description: The Mathematics and Natural Sciences Department at Onondaga Community College seeks Adjunct Atmospheric and Earth Science instructors for day, evening, and/or weekend teaching assignments. Need varies by semester but is most commonly for instructors who are qualified to teach:
- AES-100: Meteorology
- AES-105: Introduction to Oceanography
- GEO-106: Environmental Geology
- GEO-151: Physical Geology
- GEO-152: Historical Geology
Adjunct instructors at OCC may be asked to teach either the lecture or laboratory components of a course, are expected to develop their own course materials (e.g. lecture materials, assignments, quizzes, and exams) with the guidance of departmental faculty, and must follow college-approved course outlines for each course. A typical semester teaching load may involve a lecture section that meets two or three times a week plus one or two associated lab sections that meet once a week (comprised of the same students from lecture).
Requirements: - Master's degree in Geology, Atmospheric, and/or Earth Science from an accredited college or university, or Master's degree in a related physical science discipline that includes 18 hours of graduate coursework within the disciplines of Geology, Atmospheric, and/or Earth Science.
- Please note that academic qualifications in one of these areas does not necessarily qualify an instructor to teach in all disciplines. Qualifications and credentials will be assessed for each candidate according to individual course instructional needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong candidates will have some experience teaching at the community college level and working with diverse populations of students, especially underrepresented students.
- Bilingual in English & Spanish. (English and another language will be considered.)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must have computer skills to include knowledgeable use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Show proficiency in oral and written communications with the ability to generate high-quality classroom materials.
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly and engagingly present information, lead class activities, and facilitate student learning.
- Have leadership abilities to guide students in hands-on, design, or technology management in the laboratory setting.
- Demonstrate commitment to student success and academic excellence.
Additional Information: This position is continuous recruitment as vacancies are filled on an as-needed basis.Applicants are encouraged to apply throughout the year and will be considered for the upcoming semesters. Adjunct rate for Academic Year 2023-2024: $1,371 per credit hour; 3-credit courses are $4,113
Application Instructions: Please submit resume and cover letter that includes your availability for day, evening, and weekend courses at time of application. Provide Unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned with application. Official transcripts must be submitted at time of hire.Be able to provide three (3) professional references upon request.