Instructor of Science (Biology) - Morganton

State of North Carolina•Morganton, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) is a world-class public high school with statewide reach, empowering academically talented students from across the state to design their own future. NCSSM offers a Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, an Online supplementary honors program, and virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition-free. The institution also provides a wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math, and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become a model for specialized schools globally since its founding in 1980. This position is part of the VC for Academic Programs division and is classified as an EHRA Faculty, 10-month contract, 1.0 FTE. NCSSM and the Science Department foster an environment of collaboration and support community-engaged service and research.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Biology, a related Natural Science or Science Education with demonstrated teaching experience.
Alternatively a Master’s degree or higher in a technical field such as computer science or engineering, with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, a related Natural Science or Science Education with demonstrated teaching experience.
Preparation for teaching a student population with a broad range of background knowledge as shown by training or experience.
A Master’s degree is required.
Candidates currently pursuing their degree must provide proof of degree conferral by the hire date.
Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license with no serious driving-related convictions.
Experience teaching high school or undergraduate biology/science with a quantitative approach and a commitment to engaging gifted and motivated students in face-to-face and online classrooms.
Familiarity with educational and laboratory technology.
Ability to code in one or more programming languages.
Familiarity with statistical testing of scientific data sets.

Nice To Haves

Enthusiasm for student-centered, hands-on lab activities.
Interest in emphasizing quantitative and computational approaches to science content and incorporating the concepts and techniques of data science.
Experience mentoring science research.

Responsibilities

Develop and communicate to students clear course objectives and goals.
Plan and develop an instructional program that helps students assimilate specific course content and skills.
Hold tutorial sessions as outlined by the department.
Regularly monitor and evaluate students’ progress.
Provide students with resources and feedback on their performance.
Structure and manage an environment conducive to learning.
Model for students responsibility to self and others.
Follow NCSSM’s philosophy, policies, and procedures.
Attend departmental, discipline, faculty meetings; effectively collaborate with colleagues.
Participate in professional development and personal intellectual growth activities.
Serve as academic advisor, sponsor a club, competition, or event.
Serve as an officer of Faculty Senate.
Provide administrative support such as managing Teaching Assistants.
Provide information, service, and expertise to other schools and organizations.
Assist students on special projects, independent and individual study, and seminar-based studies.
Participate in the Admissions Process by recruiting, selecting, and advising prospective students.
Participate in NCSSM alumni activities.
Provide assistance for school-sponsored programs and extracurricular activities.
Teach 3 class sections each semester and one 4-week or two 2-week January Term courses.
Adopt core NCSSM science courses and develop new elective and interdisciplinary courses.
Teaching responsibilities, as determined by the Chair, will be primarily residential classes but may include online teaching assignments.