CTFP Contact:
Dr. Kavita Hegde, Professor
Biology Program Coordinator
Department of Natural Sciences
Coppin State University
2500 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21216
Phone: 410-951-4137; Email: [email protected]
2 positions available; in-person (face-to-face) courses, adjunct instructor positions (paid):
- BIOL 101 (General Biology, undergraduate level): two positions
Location:
Coppin State University
2500 West North Avenue,
Science & Technology Center
Department of Natural Sciences, Suite 200
Baltimore, MD 21216
Position Details/Expectations:
The adjunct instructor will be expected to conduct classes at the scheduled times, conduct and grade tests/exams, manage the learning management system (Blackboard) in terms of communicating with students, posting assignments, grade exams, post grades, etc. The instructor will receive relevant training and support for Blackboard from IT as well as course support from the program coordinator to facilitate course/class management.
Evaluation
Ongoing in‐person feedback from course coordinator will be provided. Formal written feedback at the end of semester can be provided on request. Fellows who wish to continue to teach in the subsequent semesters can let the program coordinator know of their interest; the decision to continue will be subject to approval by the department Chair.
Parking and Transportation: Parking is available on campus for a fee/month or semester.
Description and requirements of the listed adjunct instructor positions
1. Adjunct instructor for BIOL 101 General Biology (4 credits, undergraduate level): This is a general biology course for non-science majors.
Degree Requirements: Must have at least M.S. in any biology area
Preferred skills and experience: Teaching experience preferred, but not mandatory.
Position: Paid
Commitment Length: Fall 2024 semester: Aug 21st-Dec 22nd 2024
Expected Weekly Class Time Commitment on Campus:
6 hours/week (3 hours lecture and 3 hour lab)
Class schedule:
First position: twice a week-Monday (lecture) & Wednesday (lab): 5:20PM-8:10PM
Second position M/W/F lecture 2:00-2:50PM; lab Tuesday 11:00AM-1:50PM
Expected Weekly Commitment outside of Class Time: All materials and access to resources will be provided. Preparation time: ~1 hour/week.