START DATE FOR THE POSITION IS AUGUST 16, 2023

The Instructor – Biological Sciences at Southeastern Community College provides educational services as assigned, in accordance with general college guidelines, board policies, and administrative guidelines. The Instructor – Biological Sciences is a member of the Math and Science academic department, and reports to the Dean of Arts & Sciences or the Deans designee. The individual instructor is the key to the successful accomplishment of the colleges educational goals. His/her attitude, personality, knowledge, skills, and motivation contribute to the creation of an effective learning environment. Familiarity with the comprehensive community college philosophy is required.

The primary qualifications include meeting education requirements established by the colleges Quality Faculty Plan (QFP), the Iowa Department of Education, and the Higher Learning Commission, with additional requirements determined by the position held.


The term of employment is as per Bargaining Agreement between SCC Board of Trustees and the SCCHEA, employment contract, and relevant policies of the Board of Trustees and SCC.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, with a minimum salary of $55,000.The successful candidate will be required to teach courses in the Biological Sciences discipline area, including Human Anatomy & Physiology and Microbiology. Courses within the instructors additional area(s) of expertise may occasionally be taught if qualifications are met per the Code of the State of Iowa and the Higher Learning Commission.

Office location and campus assignment will vary depending on student need, and may require travel to off-campus sites.


Other qualifications and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Experience motivating, interacting, and effectively communicating with students, faculty, administration, industry, and the general public in a civil and respectful manner.
2. Annually review and revise course goals, grading policies, and assessment of success. Develop, implement, and disseminate course policies.
3. Support college goal of enhanced retention by constantly encouraging and motivating students towards academic and occupational success.
4. Design, develop and /or revise new and existing courses and programs of study. This includes development of curriculum, syllabi, course outlines, course/curriculum matrices, and course standards. Create appropriate assessment tools and techniques to demonstrate that student learning outcomes are met.
5. Meet with classes regularly and promptly, maintain student attendance records, and keep regular posted office hours.
6. Demonstrate a willingness to work with others as a team member.
7. Participate in college activities beyond the classroom, including recruiting, advising and membership on standing committees.
8. Supervise students (if appropriate) according to the curricular requirements of their particular program. This may include work-study students, internships, clinical, and other work based experiences.
9. Implement varied and/or supplemental learning activities to accommodate individual student needs.
10. Willingness to teach using online and/or hybrid format(s).
11. Willingness to accept teaching assignments at all SCC locations including off-campus sites.
12. Actively participate in the budget process of the college, including timely requests for instructional materials.
13. Promptly report unsafe practices, in and out of the classroom, in accordance with college policies and guidelines.
14. Conscientiously comply and support the Family Educations Rights and Privacy Act and SCCs Affirmative Action Plan.
15. Assume full responsibility for the development and maintenance of an individual Professional Development Plan (PDP), in accordance with standards set forth in the colleges Board approved Quality Faculty Plan (QFP).
16. Exhibit commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy.
17. Model professional behaviors, values and attitudes for students, colleagues and the community.

1. Masters Degree or higher in Biology is required.
2. Minimum of three years of college teaching experience required.
3. Community college teaching experience is preferred.

SCCs Department of Math and Science is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

It is the policy of the Southeastern Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, employment, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental, or marital status in its program, activities, or employment practices.

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Tina Young, Title IX & Equity Coordinator, 1500 West Agency Road, West Burlington, Iowa 52655, 319-208-5101, tyoung@scciowa.edu, fax number 319-208-5005 or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

Please answer the screening questions and make sure and upload your resume, cover letter, vita and transcripts in order to be considered for the position. Thank you .