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JICO Instructor

Fayetteville, NC · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Role Overview The JICO Instructor supports the Joint Chiefs of Staff proponent for the Joint ... Strong written, verbal, analytical, and critical-thinking skills * Ability to lead courses ...

Linchpin Solutions Inc

JICO Instructor

Fayetteville, NC · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Role Overview The JICO Instructor supports the Joint Chiefs of Staff proponent for the Joint ... Strong written, verbal, analytical, and critical-thinking skills * Ability to lead courses ...

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A Critical Thinking Instructor teaches students how to analyze information, evaluate arguments, and solve problems logically. They design lesson plans, lead discussions, and develop exercises to enhance reasoning skills. Instructors may work in schools, colleges, or corporate settings to improve decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Their goal is to foster independent thinking and intellectual curiosity in learners.

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Critical Thinking Instructors are responsible for designing and delivering lesson plans that challenge students to analyze, evaluate, and construct arguments effectively throughout the semester. They facilitate group discussions, create assignments or case studies, and assess student progress using various evaluative tools. In addition to classroom teaching, instructors may collaborate with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary activities and participate in professional development workshops. Staying current with best practices and adapting lessons to diverse learning needs is also a key part of the role.

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Biology Adjunct Instructor--Inspire Critical Thinking

Chicago, IL • On-site

City Colleges of Chicago
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Posted 9 days ago

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7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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Job description

Olive-Harvey College is currently seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach Biology during the 2024-2025 semesters. If you have passion for teaching and learning, and are committed to the mission of the community college, consider joining our team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in the classroom by developing and using effective teaching strategies that meet students’ diverse needs and engage the student in critical thinking and problem-solving.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design courses to meet learning outcomes, and promote students’ active participation in their own learning.
  • Create an effective learning environment that fosters students’ intellectual curiosity and helps students to problem solve using discipline-specific thinking strategies.
  • Employ a variety of formative and summative assessments to ensure that classroom instruction leads to student learning and the attainment of the student learning outcomes for the course.
  • Help students reach their academic, personal and career goals and foster a safe environment that respects the diversity of people and ideas by modeling respect for all students and conveying confidence in every student’s ability to learn.
  • Contribute to and provide leadership in the student’s academic and professional communities, and promote collaboration and teamwork among members of these communities.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master's degree in Biology or related field
  • Knowledge of Brightspace Learning Management System, preferred
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse group of staff and students required
  • Experience with a diverse, multi-lingual student population is desired, as is a commitment to the open access mission of the community college
  • Must be available to teach in-person
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

All interested candidates, including current City College of Chicago employees, must submit the following documents for review:

  • A letter of interest
  • Resume or curriculum vitae
  • A statement of your teaching philosophy
  • A legible copy of college transcripts (Unofficial transcripts initially accepted, official transcripts must be provided at time of interview.)
EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal and affirmative action employer. Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago.

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