Environmental Science Part-Time Faculty

Nevada System of Higher Education

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is recruiting Part-Time Faculty to teach courses in environmental science for the Department of Physical Sciences. The college welcomes qualified applicants from all backgrounds for temporary Part-Time Faculty teaching assignments. We seek a pool of qualified candidates to teach in-person, online, or hybrid courses when PT Faculty vacancies occur. Applications are always welcome, and qualified candidates are contacted when teaching opportunities become available. Part-Time Faculty are an essential part of TMCC operations and they continually make a positive impact on our students' lives. Under the supervision of the Department Chair, Part-Time Faculty teach course content; assess student learning; stay current in their teaching field; actively refer students to supportive college resources; complete professional development; use current technology; and maintain appropriate standards of ethics and professional conduct. Part-Time Faculty in the Department of Physical Sciences teach a variety of courses, based on staffing and program needs. Some examples include: ENV 101.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Environmental Science or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• The desire to work with students, faculty, and staff from many different backgrounds.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States at the time they begin employment.

Nice To Haves

• New to teaching? We can help! Our Departments strive to connect available courses with instructors’ unique expertise, and can often provide teaching materials.
• We also host an annual Orientation for Part-Time Faculty, as well as professional development workshops on teaching.
• We value instructors with varied experience, from working professionals to retirees.

Responsibilities

• Teach course content
• Assess student learning
• Stay current in their teaching field
• Actively refer students to supportive college resources
• Complete professional development
• Use current technology
• Maintain appropriate standards of ethics and professional conduct

Benefits

• Paid Orientation
• Paid professional development training
• Tuition reimbursement through Grant-in-Aid
• Longevity payments based on years of service
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package (if specific workload requirements per semester are met)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level