STEM Instructor

Position Summary

This position is responsible for instructing students in required academic courses necessary for the pursuit of practice / employment or transfer to a Bachelor’s of Science degree program in a designed field of science.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Functions

• Prepares and presents course descriptions, lesson plans, classroom lectures, laboratory work and field exercises.
• Implements techniques to facilitate student active learning; prepares and grades tests and quizzes; develops handouts and other learning aids;

participates in program and curriculum development and outcome assessments; participates in scheduling part-time tutors.

• Provides one-to-one student supervision and / or counseling, advising and tutoring.
• Analyzes and documents student progress; coordinates and schedules student tutors as appropriate; participates in student recruitment, retention and placement efforts.
• Maintains currency in designated field(s) of science, trades and technology.
• Establishes and maintains linkages with appropriate business and industry.
• Participates on assigned committees and in professional development workshops and conferences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge

• Knowledge of adult learning theory, curriculum development and classroom, laboratory and field presentation techniques
• Knowledge of counseling and advising methods and techniques; able to supervise and coach students
• Knowledge of research methodology and information resources related to designated field(s) of science, trades and technology
• Skill in operating equipment and performing work related to designated field(s) of science, trades and technology
• Ability to prepare and present classroom lectures, laboratory work and field exercises
• Skill in the use of standard office equipment, including personal computer and standard office software

Work Environment

• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, and sitting most of the time.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures;

transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection.

Exposure to hazardous materials / chemicals, tools and equipment in lab.

Education, Experience and Licenses

• Masters of Science Degree in a STEM related field is required.
• At least two years of teaching experience in Higher Education is preferred.

As a part of your application, upload letter of interest, current resume, and official documentation confirming education.