City Colleges of Chicago
Full-Time Tenure Track Faculty - Physics
City Colleges of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Full-Time Tenure Track Faculty - Physics
The Physical Sciences Department of Wilbur Wright College, one of the City Colleges of Chicago, seeks an innovative, collaborative, tenure-track instructor to teach and develop engineering and calculus-based physics courses effective Spring 2025.The Department seeks candidates who will help expand existing course offerings and have interest in the development of Engineering Physics courses. Applicants must possess a Master’s of Science Degree in Physics or Engineering Physics and have demonstrated experience in and strong commitment to teaching and mentoring. A successful candidate is required to contribute to departmental and institutional activities.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESTeaches a variety of physics courses that include: statics, dynamics, electrical circuits, electronics, mechanic of materials, thermodynamics, etc.Serves as an accessible mentor and faculty advisor to students.Participates and contributes to departmental, institutional, and district-wide committees and projects.Creates an effective learning environment that fosters students’ intellectual curiosity and helps students to problem solve using discipline-specific thinking strategies.Helps students reach their academic, personal, and career goals and cultivates a safe environment that respects the diversity of individuals and ideas by modeling respect for all students and conveying confidence in every student’s ability to learn.Adheres to City Colleges of Chicago board rules, policies, procedures, and code of ethics.
QUALIFICATIONSMaster's Degree in Physics or Engineering Physics required.Experience teaching a variety of college physics courses, including lecture and lab.Demonstrated experience utilizing computer and multimedia technology in an instructional setting.Experience with diverse, multi-lingual student population and demonstrated commitment to the open access mission of the community college.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse students and staff.Team player with demonstrated growth mindset.Willing and able to teach late afternoon, evening, Saturday, and summer courses.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSDoctorate Degree in Physics or Engineering Physics.Minimum two years of teaching experience in physics at the community college level.Demonstrated ability to work well within a departmental structure and with other faculty in the design and implementation of curriculum and assessment.Demonstrated ability in integrating computer technology into instruction and knowledge of a learning management system.Demonstrated ability in using inquiry learning, cooperative learning, and other contemporary teaching techniques.Recent participation in professional development activities.Demonstrated ability and interest in conducting community outreach projects.Understanding of and commitment to community college philosophy and goals.Bilingual or Multi-lingual.
FOR CONSIDERATIONAll interested candidates, including current CCC employees, are required to submit ALL of the following documents together for review:Letter of interestResume or curriculum vitaeStatement of teaching philosophy inclusive of commitment to equity in the classroomLegible copy of college transcripts (unofficial transcripts initially accepted; official transcripts required at time of interview)List of three (3) professional references (including e-mail and telephone number)
Completed applications will be reviewed beginning November 13, 2024.
An in-person teaching demonstration will be required of selected candidates at a future date.
This position is represented by Local 1600 Union.
Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within six (6) months of hire.We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!
Salary Range:
9-Month Salary Range: $62,000 - $70,000
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The Physical Sciences Department of Wilbur Wright College, one of the City Colleges of Chicago, seeks an innovative, collaborative, tenure-track instructor to teach and develop engineering and calculus-based physics courses effective Spring 2025.The Department seeks candidates who will help expand existing course offerings and have interest in the development of Engineering Physics courses. Applicants must possess a Master’s of Science Degree in Physics or Engineering Physics and have demonstrated experience in and strong commitment to teaching and mentoring. A successful candidate is required to contribute to departmental and institutional activities.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESTeaches a variety of physics courses that include: statics, dynamics, electrical circuits, electronics, mechanic of materials, thermodynamics, etc.Serves as an accessible mentor and faculty advisor to students.Participates and contributes to departmental, institutional, and district-wide committees and projects.Creates an effective learning environment that fosters students’ intellectual curiosity and helps students to problem solve using discipline-specific thinking strategies.Helps students reach their academic, personal, and career goals and cultivates a safe environment that respects the diversity of individuals and ideas by modeling respect for all students and conveying confidence in every student’s ability to learn.Adheres to City Colleges of Chicago board rules, policies, procedures, and code of ethics.
QUALIFICATIONSMaster's Degree in Physics or Engineering Physics required.Experience teaching a variety of college physics courses, including lecture and lab.Demonstrated experience utilizing computer and multimedia technology in an instructional setting.Experience with diverse, multi-lingual student population and demonstrated commitment to the open access mission of the community college.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse students and staff.Team player with demonstrated growth mindset.Willing and able to teach late afternoon, evening, Saturday, and summer courses.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSDoctorate Degree in Physics or Engineering Physics.Minimum two years of teaching experience in physics at the community college level.Demonstrated ability to work well within a departmental structure and with other faculty in the design and implementation of curriculum and assessment.Demonstrated ability in integrating computer technology into instruction and knowledge of a learning management system.Demonstrated ability in using inquiry learning, cooperative learning, and other contemporary teaching techniques.Recent participation in professional development activities.Demonstrated ability and interest in conducting community outreach projects.Understanding of and commitment to community college philosophy and goals.Bilingual or Multi-lingual.
FOR CONSIDERATIONAll interested candidates, including current CCC employees, are required to submit ALL of the following documents together for review:Letter of interestResume or curriculum vitaeStatement of teaching philosophy inclusive of commitment to equity in the classroomLegible copy of college transcripts (unofficial transcripts initially accepted; official transcripts required at time of interview)List of three (3) professional references (including e-mail and telephone number)
Completed applications will be reviewed beginning November 13, 2024.
An in-person teaching demonstration will be required of selected candidates at a future date.
This position is represented by Local 1600 Union.
Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within six (6) months of hire.We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!
Salary Range:
9-Month Salary Range: $62,000 - $70,000
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