Duties: Teaching 12 to 15 contact hours of chemistry, other natural sciences courses and/or developmental mathematics courses per week with one to four preparations. Teaching classes in accordance with the goals and objectives of the course as described in the course outline. Maintaining accurate records of student attendance and student learning outcomes/grades, in accordance with COM-FSM regulations. Submitting records to Chairperson after the end of the semester/session. Keeping at least 5 office hours per week. Participating in one standing committee; may be asked to participate in adhoc committees. Advising students. Participating in special College functions such as graduation. Participating in Division activities.  This includes meetings, curriculum development and developing procedures for improving current classes. Participating in assessment activities. Participating in professional development. Attending to additional needs of the College or the community as agreed upon by the faculty member in consultation with their supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications: MS degree in chemistry or related discipline from a US accredited college and two years of full-time experience teaching at the post-secondary level. Foreign credentials must be equated to meet US standards. Experience teaching ESL students and teaching in learning communities. Knowledge of assessment of student learning outcomes and best practices in developmental education. Ability to work cooperatively with other instructors. Experience with establishment and assessment of student learning outcomes. Initiative, interpersonal skills, and cultural sensitivity are essential.

Contact: Applications are available at the College of Micronesia–FSM Human Resources Office, state campus sites or the college’s website at www.comfsm.fm.

Process: Applicants must submit an interest letter, resume, COM-FSM Employment Application form, official college transcripts, a brief teaching philosophy and 3 up to date letters of recommendation to Human Resources Office at the address above or send via E-mail to hro@comfsm.fm no later than   April 26, 2010. Applications will be reviewed immediately following closing.