Adjunct Faculty, Intensive Spanish Summer Institute

LAKE TAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE; South Lake Tahoe (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Tahoe Community College invites qualified instructors to join the Intensive Spanish Summer Institute (ISSI) for a one-week session toward the end of July. Courses are taught predominantly in Spanish and focus on immersion, with class days from 7:30am to 5pm and a 90-minute lunch break.

Candidates should demonstrate equity-minded teaching, cultural responsiveness, and the ability to collaborate across the college to support diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• All faculty must meet state-adopted minimum qualifications or the locally established equivalencies.
• Spanish language instruction requires a Master’s in the language being taught or an equivalent.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of diverse backgrounds of community-college students.
• Applicants who claim equivalent qualifications must provide evidence at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses for the Intensive Spanish Summer Institute.
• Prepare in-class or online activities and evaluate student work.
• Maintain accurate class records and submit attendance and grade reports.
• Follow course outlines and LTCC policies; observe and enforce regulations.
• Provide each student with a written syllabus and refer to college resources when needed.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive classroom environment and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Equity-minded

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Master’s in the language being taught

Bachelor’s in the language being taught AND Master’s in another language or linguistics

Equivalent

Job description

California's Premier Destination Community College

Adjunct Faculty, Intensive Spanish Summer Institute

Position Adjunct Faculty, Intensive Spanish Summer Institute

Department

Department World Languages

Initial Screening Date

Preferred Start Date

Details

Lake Tahoe Community College ( LTCC ) welcomes instructors who are willing to teach in our Intensive Spanish Summer Institute ( ISSI ) for one week typically near the end of July. ISSI courses are Spanish courses, taught either predominantly or completely in Spanish. Prospective instructors should be able to teach in and illustrate a commitment to fostering a learning environment where resources are devoted to developing opportunities for students to break barriers and thrive as scholars and community members.

• The teaching assignment will be for one week at the end of July, with instructors being on campus from 7:30am until 5pm. (There is a 90 minute lunch break.)
• The assignments are based on departmental need on an annual basis.

Lake Tahoe Community College is committed to recruiting individuals that embody its commitment to diversity ( BP 7100 ) by:

• actively demonstrating a commitment to embracing and celebrating diversity;
• committing to collaboration, effective communication and the development of strong working relationships;
• promoting purposeful inclusion of all groups and the free exchange of ideas in a respectful, trusting and considerate environment; and
• demonstrating a commitment to an environment where all students achieve their goals and have access to equitable resources and opportunities.

The ideal candidate for this position is an equity‑minded individual who understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices both in and out of the classroom. LTCC strives to attract candidates who view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility and who are able to reframe inequities as a problem of practice. In addition, the ideal candidate is able to demonstrate a commitment to student‑centered teaching practices, effective cross‑disciplinary and cross‑campus collaboration, transparent decision‑making, and purposeful service to the community. The ideal candidate embraces the role of an educator who is continually learning anti‑racist pedagogy and adapting to the needs of a diverse student population.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to utilize culturally responsive teaching and pedagogy to support students.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :
Under the direction of the Dean of Instruction, teach assigned courses in the Intensive Spanish Summer Institute, Spanish discipline’s curriculum.

• Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in‑class or on‑line/distance education activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on‑line, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
• Maintain accurate class and other records required by the district.
• Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports.
• Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.
• Observe, support, and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District.
• Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course.
• Refer students to appropriate college resources for information on counseling and other student services.
• Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members’ area of expertise.
• Maintain an effective classroom environment and workspace.
• Work cooperatively within the college community.
• Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of everyone.

Minimum References Needed 3

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Requirements: All faculty must meet state‑adopted minimum qualifications or the locally established equivalencies.

Spanish

• Master’s in the language being taught
• OR Bachelor’s the language being taught AND Master’s in another language or linguistics
• OR the equivalent

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

NOTE : Applicants who claim equivalent qualifications shall provide conclusive evidence that they possess qualifications that are at least equivalent to those required by the minimum qualifications of the area for which they are applying. It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply all evidence and documentation for the claim of equivalency at the time of application.

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Contact

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Campus Hours
Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-10pm
Friday: 7:30am-6:30pm

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South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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