National Campus/Math & Science Div.
P.O. Box 159
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941

Teaching 12 to 15 contact hours per semester of marine sciences courses, environmental studies and fisheries biology 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.

Master’s degree in Biology, Marine Biology, Fisheries, Aquaculture or an equivalent field 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 with establishment and assessment of student learning outcomes, formative assessment and related matters. Experience in instructional design, and new course and program development based on measurable student learning outcomes preferred. Gives evidence of exemplary teaching ability. Shows good command and knowledge of developmental mathematics and the teaching of the subject matter. Ability to communicate with clarity. Demonstrated capability of different methods of presentation. Demonstrated ability to hold interest of students; command their respect; be fair and impartial, and encourage participation. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Pacific Islands minority students, colleagues and staff. Overseas teaching experience, research experience and dive master certification preferred. Initiative, interpersonal skills and culturally sensitivity are essential.

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   October 26, 2010. Applications will be reviewed immediately following closing.  Successful applicant must be on island by the first week of January 2011.