Adjunct - Physical Sciences (Physics and Chemistry)

Passaic County Community College • Paterson, NJ

28d • $929

About The Position

We are seeking Adjunct Faculty to teach courses in the Physical Sciences, specifically Physics, Astronomy, and Chemistry. At PCCC, courses are offered in the traditional 15-week semesters and meet twice a week during the morning, afternoon or evening. Faculty are responsible for teaching both the Lecture and Lab for any courses they are assigned.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in the respective field and teaching experience are required.
• Familiarity with teaching adult learners.

Nice To Haves

• College level teaching experience preferred but not required.
• Experience teaching with a Learning Management system (LMS) such as Blackboard is preferred but not required.
• Ability to teach concurrently or remotely via Zoom is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in accordance with the College's academic calendar and approved syllabi.
• Meet all scheduled class sessions.
• Maintain and report accurate student grade and attendance records using approved procedures and systems.
• Participate in assessment activities in support of the PCCC institutional effectiveness program.
• Utilize the appropriate technology, including the College's student learning platform, to fulfill teaching duties.
• Maintain communication with the College, department, and students via the College's assigned email and LMS.
• Adhere to the guidelines contained in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook (Link can be found at pccc.edu)

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
• Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
• Alternate Benefit Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement program, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees