STEM Instructor

4 months ago


Farmington, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
CompensationSalary: $42,800.00Compensation Type:ExemptEmployment Type:RegularScheduled Weekly Hours:40Grade:E08Department:Instruction
Position SummaryThis 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.

EEO STATEMENT: LCC is an equal opportunity employer.