NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.
As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.
NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.
Faculty members serve multiple roles as teachers, mentors, colleagues, and scholars. Full-time faculty are expected not only to excel in classroom instruction but also to fulfill various responsibilities as active members of the college and the northwest Arkansas community.Essential Duties:
The following list of duties applies to a full-time NWACC faculty member. Please note that some faculty positions include a combination of teaching and administrative or service duties, as noted below. (Refer to Faculty Workload Policy 5009.)
15 teaching load hours as defined in the faculty workload policy
10 clock hours of class preparation/evaluations
Some combination of the following that equals 15 clock hours
Class related office hours
General student development services
Three “committee” hours a week (“Committee” is defined broadly as committee work, club sponsorship, work on advisory boards, tutoring, etc. This would be considered the faculty member’s service to the college.)
Instruction:
Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes, using each course's standard course outline as a guide
The standard teaching load for full-time faculty teaching credit courses is 15 load hours per semester during the nine-month employment period. Faculty on 12-month appointments teach 12 load hours in the summer for a total of 42 load hours annually.12-month faculty may substitute other duties as assigned by their supervisor for the 12 load hours during the summer semester
Furthermore, several faculty positions include a combination of teaching and administrative or service duties. On occasion, faculty may receive a reduced instructional load to complete other duties related to the function of the college. Each semester's instructional load will be assigned by the faculty member's supervisor, which will be determined by the nature of the position, the needs of the department, and workload guidelines established by college policy. (Policy 5009)
Develop course curriculum, course handouts, lectures, labs, and presentations
Participate in program level learning assessment. Participation includes helping articulate learning outcomes, choosing, and administering measures, evaluating student performance, and suggesting changes to improve student learning
Work with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate
Schedule, supervise, debrief, and evaluate students in clinical, internship, observation, field experience, and similar settings as appropriate for the course or program
Be available to meet with students. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly communicated to supervisors and to students through the course syllabus each semester
Assign grades, maintain course/student records in accordance with FERPA regulations, and submit grades and records by established deadlines
Meet all classes and other scheduled responsibilities, such as office hours and meetings at the designated times. A faculty member should inform the supervisor if he or she is unable to meet a class on time
Teach courses by alternative delivery methods as needed. The teaching load could include teaching at other facilities in Benton or Washington County and/or during the evenings or weekends. Teaching assignments will depend on the program, the course, and the needs of the students
Tutor at facilities in both Benton and Washington Counties. Tutor during day, afternoon, night, and/or weekend
Attend departmental, divisional, and college-wide meetings
Professional Development:
The following are examples of what may be considered professional development. Some of these may be required based on the nature of the program, division, and/or college policy.
Participate in faculty evaluation process
Remain current in academic or program discipline, including attending professional conferences and maintaining licensure, certification, or continuing education requirements where appropriate
Receive training or stay current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning
Participate in college professional development activities
Service to the College:
The following are examples of what may be considered service to the college. Some of these may be required based on the nature of the program, division, and/or college policy.
Serve on standing and ad hoc committees, programmatic advisory boards, hiring committees, or faculty senate (“Committee” is defined broadly as committee work, club sponsorship, work on advisory boards, tutoring, etc.)
Attend local, regional, state, or national meetings where required or necessary for the discipline
Mentor and/or assist in orienting new faculty either formally or informally.
Serve as a liaison for Early College Experience faculty
Attend commencement or other ceremonies appropriate to the faculty member's discipline or program
Perform other academically related duties as assigned by the instructor's supervisor
Participate in faculty business meetings and forums
Participate in community and other educational activities outside of the college to promote and market the college, programs, and/or students and graduates
Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college
An activity or assignment is not considered service to the college if the faculty member receives a stipend, release time, or other additional payment or benefit for their participation. However, reimbursement for, or payment of, incurred travel/business expenses, pursuant to College policy and/or Federal or State regulation, is allowed.
Rate of pay: determined by faculty scale placement (education and years of experience)*Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.
Completed applications received by 5/26/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree or higher in Biology, Environmental Biology, Botany, Plant Science, Plant/Animal Physiology, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Ecology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Zoology, Entomology, Microbiology, or Agronomy
Minimum of 1 year experience teaching in higher education as the instructor of record
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education academic and social programs
Knowledge of campus and community resources
Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs
Ability to coordinate the activities of campus academic and/or social programs
Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations
Ability to compile information into report form
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
Frequently:
• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking
Constantly:
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion
• Talking
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.
Environmental Conditions:
The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise leve