Adjunct Faculty, Environmental Sciences, Fall 2018

~ North Shore Community College (NSCC) is one of 15 Massachusetts community colleges. ~

The college serves 26 cities and towns along the coastal region from north metropolitan Boston to Cape Ann. Since its founding in 1965, NSCC has grown from a single building to three campuses, and from five to nearly 90 academic programs of study. The college has an urban campus in downtown Lynn, a suburban campus in Danvers and a cosmetology and culinary center in Middleton. Nearly 35,000 students have graduated from NSCC. The college is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

Position Overview

The Natural Sciences Department, Division of STEM and Education, invites applications for the anticipated Adjunct Faculty vacancy for the Fall 2018 semester, GEO 108: Environmental Science.

Days/Time: MWF 12:30-1:45pm

Course Description: Pre: Communications and Mathematics Proficiencies

An introduction to the field of environmental science. Environmental relationships are studied with regards to the strengths and fragilities of natural systems. Among other topics, the course covers utilization of natural resources, biodiversity, ecosystems, and environmental economics and politics. Fulfills open, liberal arts and science electives. (3 hours of lecture per week)

Please refer to the Find Courses link on the College website for additional course descriptions.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology or in related field with significant graduate credit in environmental science is required.
• Recent work experience related to the course content required.
• Teaching experience in higher education and/or at the community college level is strongly preferred.
• Experience teaching online/hybrid and/or embedding the use of technology into the curriculum preferred.
• A commitment to and experience working with a diverse student body is also required.
• Successful experience interacting with culturally diverse populations.

Compensation: Adjunct salaries are dependent upon the number of credit hours, currently $1066 per credit for first time faculty. This is a non-benefited, MCCC position.

To Apply

Please click "Apply" below to upload your CV/resume along with a cover letter addressing your specific area of interest and your availability to teach evening classes. Please address how your experience illustrates a commitment to working with a diverse student body of learners.

Candidates selected for interviews will be required to bring an unofficial academic transcript to the interview.

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