Part-Time Instructor of Biology - Arts, Science, and Human Performance - Columbia College 2026-2027

Site: Columbia College

Pay

The hourly range is $78.15 to $124.94. Doctorate holders earn $92.09 to $128.22 (2025-2026 Certified Part-time Instructor/Overload Hourly Salary Schedule). Part-time faculty office hours are paid at a flat rate of $30 per hour.

Scope of Assignment

Under the general supervision of the Division Dean for the discipline, the successful applicant will:

• Provide lecture and/or laboratory instruction in accordance with course descriptions, outlines, and class schedules;
• Evaluate progress of students;
• Advise students concerning educational matters;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Teach lower division college courses in Biology;
• Advance equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines;
• Inform students of course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance requirements;
• Prepare and grade class assignments and examinations and inform students of their academic progress;
• Maintain attendance, scholastic, and other records and submit them according to published policies and deadlines;
• Develop, implement, and assess student-learning outcomes for courses and programs and use the results for improvement;
• Engage in data inquiry and self-assessment to develop strategies for student success, persistence, and equity;
• Participate in professional development activities to fulfill mandatory FLEX requirements;
• Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/learning strategies to meet the needs of all learning styles;
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.

Part of the teaching assignment may be online, in the evening, and/or on Saturdays.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in any biological science, OR
• Bachelor’s in any biological science AND Master’s in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science, OR
• The equivalent as determined by the California State Chancellor’s Office.

The District has adopted an equivalency procedure for applicants who may not directly meet the listed qualifications. For more information, visit Yosemite Community College District Equivalency Policy.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to appraise the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;
• Sensitivity to the needs, problems, and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.

Physical and Mental Standards

• Mobility: Ability to sit or stand for long periods, move about an office, and reach above and below desk level;
• Dexterity: Fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle individual papers, write, and take notes;
• Lifting: Occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment, and material weighing up to 25 pounds;
• Visual Requirements: Close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently;
• Hearing/Talking: Ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person;
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: Ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to develop curriculum or services that stress innovation and improve student equity;
• Enthusiasm for the learning process;
• Commitment to supportive relationships with students and colleagues;
• Participation in professional growth and remaining current in subject area and major state initiatives;
• Ability to operate effectively in an environment of change and ambiguity;
• Vision and energy to plan and organize programs to enhance student success;
• Willingness to participate effectively in shared governance and to work collaboratively;
• Effective interpersonal communication skills, participation in community affairs, and ability to conduct effective public presentations;
• Education and/or experience in teaching Biology at the community college level, with a particular emphasis in basic skills;
• Current knowledge of Biology;
• Current understanding of assessment processes for improving student success at the course, program, and degree level;
• Competence in new pedagogies, such as Universal Design, and other pedagogies directed at improving student success and student equity;
• Recent experience working with African American/Black, Hispanic, Native American, and other minoritized students in the classroom, and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
• Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
• Experience and expertise in culturally responsive teaching in Biology, especially as it relates to the relevancy of students’ lives, interests, and communities;
• Demonstrated ability to address equity gaps within coursework and the classroom;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Hispanic-Serving designation for institutional, departmental, and instructional practices.

Benefits

Not eligible for benefits with the exception of Workers’ Compensation coverage.