Part-time Instructor Applicant Pool - Physics and Astronomy

Position Title:

Part-time Instructor Applicant Pool - Physics and Astronomy

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Position Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

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About the Role:

The Department of Physics, Geology, and Engineering Technology seeks to create a database of potential part-time instructors who are qualified to teach courses in physics or astronomy.

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Teaching responsibilities include

For labs:

• Creating a syllabus and schedule of labs in consultation with the course coordinator and lecture instructor

• Setting up lab equipment before and taking it down after each class

• Supervising and guiding students during class

• Grading work turned in by students

• Entering grades in the Canvas learning management system. · 

For lectures:

• Creating a syllabus and schedule that matches the course description and satisfies learning objectives in consultation with the course coordinator, if applicable, and program director

• Working with lab instructors to set schedule of lab exercises, grading expectations, etc., if applicable

• Holding classes as scheduled

• Assigning and grading homework

• Writing and grading exams

• Using the Canvas learning management system

• Reporting attendance and submitting mid-term and final grades on time.

For both:

Being available one hour per week outside of the scheduled course meeting time to answer student questions. 

Candidates must meet the following minimum educational qualifications:

• Masters degree

• At least 18 credit-hours coursework in physics or astronomy, or equivalent in work experience

Required Documents

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Work Environment & Physical Demands: