Wednesday, August 21, 2013

FT in Early College Science, Lansing CC, MI

Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred M.A. or M.S. in subject area, or teaching, or curriculum, or administration/leadership
Minimum Qualifications: B. A. or B. S. in subject area Successful science teaching experience in chemistry and/or physics with secondary students of all abilities Demonstrated understanding of differentiation and quality assessment practices Demonstrated ability to engage students of diverse academic backgrounds in complex learning activities that promote problem solving, reasoning and critical thinking and creativity Experience developing curriculum and instructional materials Experience serving in advisory capacity to students, with demonstrated ability to develop positive, supportive relationships Superb communication skills Ability to work successfully as part of a team (both as leader and follower) Commitment to laboratory-based science Commitment to working in a non-traditional learning environment. Willingness to attend professional development workshops at local, state and national conferences. Required Certificates, Licenses & Registrations: A valid Michigan Secondary Teaching Certificate with a DI or DX Science or Integrated Science endorsement (grades 6 ; 12; must be highly qualified in chemistry or physics). (Michigan law requires that a person employed in an elementary or secondary school with instructional responsibilities shall hold a certificate, permit or occupational authorization valid for the positions to which they are assigned).
Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Director of The Early College at Lansing Community College, the science Faculty will provide subject matter instruction for required MI Merit Curriculum coursework, deliver the college/career readiness curriculum, participate in program organization and development, and serve as mentor to TEC students as they fulfill Educational Development Plans that reflect a STEM focus. Their primary objective is to successfully transition students to college level course work. Essential Duties: Participates in department and academic program and curriculum development activities Develops plans that promote the development of higher-order thinking skills in the instructional process Develops and maintains course outlines which are reviewed annually Provides motivation to learn Facilitates and paces instruction to maximize learning Utilizes varied instructional delivery modes Assesses learning frequently using various methods Provides remediation as deemed appropriate and possible Develops and administers exams consistent with learning goals including a final examination Develops and distributes course syllabi for each course taught to each student Advises students on curriculum, academic programs, employment and career goals, and other matters as appropriate Consistently meets instructional schedule and other assignments and commitments in support of The Early College Establishes and maintains regular and appropriate office hours Treats all members of the college community with dignity and respect Works through established channels to resolve problems Participates in activities designed to promote attainment of the college vision and its missions Attends and participates in TEC academic and/or program and department meetings Learns and complies with all college policies Upholds and enforces the student code of conduct Collect, analyze, and communicate student learning and program data to students, parents, and institutional partners
Additional Information: For a full job description for this position, please visit http://www.lcc.edu/hr/FacultyPositions/ Posting close dates are subject to change.