San Mateo County Community College District

Part-Time Biological Sciences Instructor (Pool)

Location
San Mateo, CA
Pay
$89 – $151 per hour
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
July 14, 2026

About this position

Part-Time Biological Sciences Instructor (Pool) FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Schedule: Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Pending any course assignment, initial placement can range as follows: Lab Course (Salary Schedule HB) - $89.20 up to $130.94 per hour. Lecture Course (Salary Schedule HC) - $103.85 up to $151.07. Months Per Year: Semester assignments as needed Mandated Reporter: Yes Campus Security Authority: No Duties and Responsibilities The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.Teach all courses offered in the biology curriculum. Assist in curriculum revisions and new course development. Consult with students during regularly scheduled office and lab hours. Maintain expertise in current technologies. Serve as a member of division and college committees. Perform other professional duties as required by contract and general institutional needs. Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience) Knowledge of:Successful teaching techniques in biology that engage students in their learning, motivate students to develop higher-order thinking skills, and ensure consistent and appropriate monitoring of student progress Currency in the discipline and related technology appropriate to the subject areas of the assignment Skills and Abilities:Academic preparation for, or successful experience in, teaching biology, preferably at the college level Capacity to reflect on and evaluate one's pedagogy and examine its effects critically Enthusiasm for, understanding of, and commitment to the role and purpose of the community college Experience in, and commitment to using computer-based technology appropriate to the subject area Skill and experience motivating individuals from a broad spectrum of academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds and ability to use instructional strategies designed for diverse learning styles and academic goals Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to work independently and as part of a team Job Requirements:Master's or higher in any biological science OR Bachelor's in any biological science AND Master's or higher in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science OR the equivalent (see below) Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom. Note: If you believe your degree, academic background, or professional achievements are equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications, please complete the Application for Equivalence - For Faculty Positions, an option during the application submission process. The three means of demonstrating equivalency are as follows. Applicants may select more than one form of equivalency but must provide applicable evidence for each type: a) Degree Equivalence The employee or applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise, or the coursework is slightly different. Equivalence is established through analysis of transcripts and coursework. b) Academic Background Equivalence Related to disciplines in which a Master's degree is not generally expected or available or where the degree is relatively specialized, the employee or applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units (or equivalent) of coursework in the academic field being applied for, and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following:a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by coursework required for the degree major. c) Professional Achievement Equivalence The employee or applicant must demonstrate equivalence to the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The employee or applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that their preparation, teaching experience, work experience, publications, portfolios, speaking engagements, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications. Additional Information: Safety: to promote a safe working and learning environment employees must report any unsafe working conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incident to their supervisor. Position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act Position is a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX Work Demands The environmental, physical, and mental demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Environmental: typical on-site office environment; in-person work expected with potential to participate in the District's telework program, as available. Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and online Comprehend speech at normal levels Upper limb dexterity to

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How the pay compares

Medians across listings on this board that disclose per-course pay, updated daily.

This listing
$89 – $151 per hour
Biology & Life Sciences median
$3,054/ course, n=100
California median
$10,200/ course, n=301

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