About the role
About
the Role Campus is seeking experienced, mission-driven, student-centered science instructors to deliver high-impact online courses as part of our General Education program. This role is ideal for educators who are passionate about student success, thrive in virtual environments, and believe that any student can learn to think like a scientist with the right support You'll join a growing network of faculty dedicated to creating meaningful learning experiences for students from all backgrounds, particularly those historically underserved by higher education. Our science sequence Environmental Science and General Biology is designed to develop scientific reasoning, empirical inquiry, and evidence evaluation as transferable intellectual skills that students will carry into their professional and civic lives. What You’ll Teach Environmental Science with Integrated Lab (4 quarter credits) General Biology with Integrated Lab (4 quarter credits) Academic
Responsibilities and Essential Functions Teach 11-week live, online courses using engaging, student-centered instructional strategies. Teach synchronous online courses using engaging, student-centered instructional strategies Design and facilitate inquiry-driven, accessible lab experiences in a fully online format using digital tools Foster an inclusive, supportive environment that promotes active learning and student participation. Teach scientific reasoning, evidence evaluation, and empirical thinking as transferable intellectual skills Make real-world connections consistently so students leave class understanding why what they learned matters Stay current on science pedagogy trends, online lab tools, and approaches for teaching nontraditional learners Provide timely, constructive feedback and respond to student inquiries within 24 hours. Host weekly office hours to deepen student understanding and build community. Work with Teaching Assistants to co-manage the course, including mentoring the TA on effective grading and student engagement practices. Evaluate student progress, maintain grade records, and submit mid quarter and end of quarter evaluations. Collaborate with peers and Campus staff to share best practices and continuously improve instruction. Contribute to co-curricular programming (e.g., speaker series, networking events) to enrich the student experience. Stay current on industry and pedagogy trends relevant to your subject area and online teaching.
