Salary: Commensurate with Experience
I. Position Purpose
Under the guidance and direction of the Dean of Arts, Science, and Education, performs the
following functions as per the professional bargaining unit contract including providing
instructional services in the academic area of Biology, performing academic advising
activities, engaging in continuous professional development in both teaching and
discipline-specific theory and practice, participating in department activities, participating
in Academic Affairs and other institutional activities, and maintaining a safe working
area and conditions.
Specific to this position, the faculty member will be expected to teach Anatomy &
Physiology, Microbiology, and General Biology.
II. Duties and Responsibilities
PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES: Assist with development of course
outcomes and curriculum which are consistent with Academic Affairs, department,
and technology / program goals; convey course outcomes and expectations to
students according to college policy; organize and manage instructional activities;
use appropriate learner-centered instructional methods; provide evaluation methods
appropriate to stated outcomes; evaluate student learning in a fair manner; posts
and maintains sufficient office hours compatible with student schedules; maintain
accurate records of evaluation and course work including attendance; submit grades
as required and on time; regularly seeks feedback on course delivery and student
learning; participate in college evaluation system of instructional services; revise /
update courses regularly.
Hocking College – Biology Faculty member
PERFORMS STUDENT ACADEMIC ADVISING ACTIVITIES: Assist with the
recruitment and placement of students; encourage students’ involvement in the
advising process; maintains sufficient advising hours compatible with student
schedules; meet with advisees at least twice per semester and as often as needed;
advise student having difficulty in class / clinical work; maintain appropriate advisee
files; direct students to appropriate department and College resources; maintain
confidentiality; periodically evaluates graduation progress and completions.
ENGAGES IN CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN BOTH
TEACHING AND DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC THEORY AND PRACTICE: Formulate
and implement goals for growth; identify own professional development needs
consistent with the mission of the College, Academic Affairs, and department;
maintain or attain appropriate certification; licensure, or credentialing; seek
appropriate resources to meet goals for continuous improvement; participate in
department, Academic Affairs, and College faculty / staff development programs.
PARTICIPATES IN DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES: Work cooperatively with others to
accomplish the goals of the department and technology; share expertise and
materials with other department members; work constructively to resolve individual
and department concerns; actively participate in technology and department
activities and meetings; follow departmental policies; participates in celebrations of
learner success.
PARTICIPATES IN ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AND INSTITUTIONAL ACTIVITIES: Is
familiar with the mission and philosophy of Hocking College; follows Hocking College
policies and procedures; promote a positive working relationship across technology,
department, and community lines; participate in Academic Affairs and institutional
activities and committees; contribute to the assessment of student academic
achievement; At all times maintains a safe working area and conditions.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned, which should not be over 10 to 15%.
III. Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Skills
A master’s degree in Biology with expertise in Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, and
General Biology. Degree must be from a regionally or nationally accredited institution
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education
Accreditation or equivalent as verified by a member of the National Association of Credential
Evaluation Services, Inc.
Evidence of professional development in the field of concentration as demonstrated by
activity in professional associations, consultative practice; participation in seminars,
workshops, and formal coursework, and individual reading and research, preferred.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Hocking College – Biology Faculty member
Strong technology skills including usage of email, student information system, and learning
management system.
Organizational, record-keeping, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of subject area.
Knowledge of educational theory and application.
Knowledge of learners and individual learning styles.
Interest in and commitment to the learner-centered educational process.
Educational technology skills.
Confidentiality.
Caring attitude toward students.
Learning and self-motivation skills.
Willingness to extend self to help students succeed.
Knowledge of College resources available to students.
Knowledge of organizational structure.
Current knowledge of programs, objectives, and requirements.
Openness to suggestions for improvement.
Attention to detail.
Flexibility in dealing with others. Ability to work as a team member.
Ability to prioritize work.
Behaves in accordance with Hocking College and Academic Affairs mission, goals, and
values.
Positive attitude.
Knowledge of safe working conditions.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested and reviewed according to the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA).
