Instructor - Biology jobs in Virginia

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Biology from a regionally accredited institution.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
• An acceptable background check for the successful candidate is also required.

• Knowledge of current teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student-centered learning
• Experience interacting successfully with academically diverse student populations
• Ability to teach classes using various instructional delivery methods including web-based instruction
• Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
• Ability to work with service area education providers and employers
• Flexibility to teach evening and/or off-campus courses
• Ongoing professional development and membership in an appropriate regional, state, and/or national organization related to teaching assignment
• Responsibility for establishing a campus presence by holding regular office hours, advising students, participating in campus life, and participating in assigned committee work
• An equity mindset in reviewing, evaluating and revising on a continuing basis course objectives, instructional materials, and course syllabi

• Experience in community college teaching;
• 18 graduate hours in Chemistry, Physics, Math or Geology

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

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