Posting Details Posting Details Default Section Posting Number 0602816 Position Title Part time Astronomy Instructor Position is Part Time Position Type Faculty Position Full TimePart Time DepartmentOfc. Instruction Position Description Why Join WCC An inclusive welcoming environment for our students faculty & staff WCC tuition waiver of 3 credit hours per semester Retirement options and flexible schedules available Great Discounts at WCCs Health & Fitness Center Barnes & Noble Bookstore and more Check out our Part Time Benefits here WCC is actively recruiting for part time astronomy instructors to teach on campus for upcoming semesters. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to student learning.• Prepare for and instruct assigned courses through the use of appropriate learning experiences and materials which provide the opportunity to meet overall course objectives and program goals.• Adhere to course syllabus and submission of any data needed to complete Assessment Reports.• Evaluate student progress through day to day evaluation written examinations and overall observation.• Prepare and grade exams assignments andor lab reports in a meaningful way to promote continued student growth returning graded assignments to students in a timely manner and assigning final grades for all students meeting all institutional deadlines for completion.• Actively support student success through guidance advising and assisting individual students as needed.• Participate in professional activities including but not limited to curriculum planning examination development textbook selection program evaluationrevision and other professional planning activities.• Participate in the Student Opinion Questionnaire SOQ process.• Maintain levels of professional knowledge and expertise including compliance training.• Perform other duties as assigned.HoursSchedule Schedules vary according to class schedules. The terms of employment are based on college enrollment and class enrollment. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities• Earned Masters degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution in Astronomy Astrophysics Physics or Space Science OR masters degree in a related field with minimum of 18 graduate credits in the above disciplines required. Preferred Qualifications Additional Preferred Qualifications• Recent successful post-secondary teaching experience in Astronomy courses.• Online remote or virtual teaching experience.• QM Teaching Online certified. Posting Date 09042024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Please complete all sections of the application and submit required documents.Our college strives to make a positive difference in peoples lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SalaryHourly Rate 69.66 Salary Comments 2025 - 2026 Wage Rates Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk . Do you posses an earned Masters degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution in Astronomy Astrophysics Physics or Space Science OR masters degree in a related field with minimum of 18 graduate credits in the above disciplines required Yes No Do you have teaching experience Yes No How would you support our college mission and why do you believe are you a good fit for WCC Open Ended Question What makes you passionate about teaching astronomy and what is your teaching philosophy including your views on curriculum assessment engaging reluctant students connections to real-world applications etc. Open Ended Question Describe any experience tied to observational astronomy outreach e.g. a guide at an observatory a local astronomy club or planetarium. Open Ended Question Describe your experience with learning management systems e.g. Blackboard and other technology applications that aid in teaching. Open Ended Question All Part Time Faculty at WCC including online instructors must reside in Michigan or Ohio. Do you currently live in Michigan or Ohio and expect to continue residing in one of these states during your employment Yes No Required Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts 1 Optional Documents Teaching Philosophy Letter of Reference 1 Letter of Reference 2 Letter of Reference 3 Other Documents Unofficial Transcripts 2 Unofficial Transcripts 3