Adjunct Faculty – Court Reporting

Taft College; Shafter (CA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Taft College in Taft, CA invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty – Court Reporting. This in-person position supports the West Kern Community College District's Westec site in Shafter, CA, at Taft College, 5801 E. Lerdo Hwy, Shafter, CA 93263.

The role focuses on delivering court reporting instruction at the remote location. Qualified candidates hold a bachelor's with 2 years of professional experience or an associate with 6 years, or an approved equivalency; the application must include

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of professional experience or an associate degree with 6 years.
• Or an approved equivalency; Equivalency Determination may be submitted with materials.
• Must pass DOJ fingerprint background check and demonstrate sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Equivalent

Job description

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Welcome to Taft College! We are pleased you have chosen Taft College as an institution to pursue your career goals.

Taft College prides itself as a small, comprehensive institution with a wide range of educational programs and support services to students. We offer approximately 50 degrees and 50 certificates in transfer education and career-technical education programs. Our enrollment of nearly 12,000 students at our campus in Taft, through our partnership with Westec in Shafter, CA, and through our Distance Learning Program, have access to innovative, caring faculty members and the support programs needed to promote student success.

Taft College is ready to help you achieve your career goals and realize your dreams! We are committed to your success and welcome you to Taft College.

Position

Adjunct Faculty – Court Reporting

Location

Taft, CA

Job Id

1460

# of Openings

2

Adjunct Faculty - Court Reporting Program

Priority application deadline: November 9, 2026 (open until filled)

Anticipated Start Date

January 18, 2027

Note: This position is for in-person courses at our remote location:WESTEC - Taft College, 5801 E. Lerdo Hwy., Shafter, CA 93263

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any bachelor's degree AND two (2) years of professional experience; OR


• Any associate degree AND six (6) years of professional experience; OR


• The equivalent; An Equivalency Determination may be submitted along with all application materials to be considered for this position if you do not meet the stated minimum qualifications. The Equivalency Determination document may be found here or on the Taft College Human Resources website.AND


• Successful candidate must pass a Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint background check; AND


• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.


• Letter of Introduction describing how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications.


• A current Resume


• Complete transcripts of all college/university coursework (unofficial is acceptable).


• Three (3) professional references.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS

Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. For information on transcript evaluation services, please visit: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination and, as such, is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.