Adjunct Faculty, Biology AY 26/27

Dallas College•Shirley, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Dallas College is hiring Adjunct Faculty in Biology for academic year 2026–2027. The role teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation. Academic faculty positions require an on-campus presence, including when teaching online courses. Positions are considered onsite; after six months, some employees may be eligible to apply for a hybrid arrangement, subject to job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and college policy. The position requires regular and predictable attendance and compliance with the System calendar and contractual obligations. Faculty contribute to student learning, course and curriculum development, advising, college activities, and professional development. The role may also involve work with student clubs or organizations and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students.
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse populations, through formal training, past work experience, or other experience.
Ability to provide quality customer service.
For credit classes transferable toward a higher degree: a master’s degree or higher and at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
For workforce education degree or certificate courses: a combination of academic preparation and work experience, including three years of direct or related work experience other than teaching.
For developmental courses: a bachelor’s degree or higher in the specific teaching discipline and demonstrated competency, such as teaching experience, honors, graduate coursework, or other related accomplishments.
Official transcripts are required at the time of interview.
May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Will be subject to a criminal background check; some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Teach students effectively in assigned classes and maintain office hours for student consultation.
Provide students with a written course syllabus.
Evaluate the instructional process and use innovative strategies to continually improve learning.
Recommend books and materials, revise curricula, and recommend teaching assignments when appropriate.
Maintain accurate and complete course records.
Perform professional activities and responsibilities agreed upon with the division dean and collaborate with colleagues to achieve shared goals.
Use knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles to incorporate appropriate learning approaches in instruction.
Participate in student advising and registration.
Use technology to facilitate learning, access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate.
Meet professional assignments in accordance with the System calendar and contractual obligations.
Comply with Dallas College board policies, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate.
Support college mission and goals by participating in planning division objectives and budget requests.
Serve on and attend college committees as assigned.
Participate in campus commencement exercises as required and attend other required college meetings and activities.
Participate in personal performance appraisal.
Work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds.
May work with student clubs and/or organizations.
Communicate verbally and in writing with Dallas College and other organizations, businesses, community groups, faculty, staff, and students.
Promote the college in the community through a variety of marketing activities.
Participate in professional development activities and complete required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
Perform other duties as assigned.