Adjunct Geography Instructor

Yuba Community College District

Woodland (CA)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 117,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A community college district in California is seeking an Adjunct Geography Instructor. The role involves developing and delivering Geography lectures, organizing classes, and assessing student outcomes. Candidates should possess a Master's in Geography or an equivalent degree and demonstrate the ability to teach a diverse student body. Preferred qualifications include teaching experience in related fields. The position supports a range of teaching modalities, including distance learning and weekends.

Qualifications

Master’s in geography or equivalent.
Demonstrated teaching experience or ability to teach diverse students.
Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver Geography instructional lectures.
Organize and teach various levels of Geography classes.
Assess Student Learning Outcomes every semester.
Participate in department and college-wide initiatives.
Assess Student Learning Outcomes every semester.
Participate in department, division, and college-wide initiatives and committees if desired.

Skills

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Ability to teach Physical Sciences

Effective communication skills

Education

Master's in geography

Bachelor's in geography + Master's in geology/historical disciplines

Master’s in the interdisciplinary area

Interdisciplinary Studies

Job description

Position Information

Job Title: Adjunct Geography Instructor

Location: Woodland Community College - Woodland, CA

Special Instructions for Applicants

Yuba Community College District is accepting qualified applicants for possible temporary part‑time teaching assignments. These positions are filled based on the needs of the department and are on‑going recruitments.

A complete application includes the following: Online Academic Application, resume, transcripts, EEO Statement, up to (3) current letters of recommendation and a cover letter/letter of interest.

EQUIVALENCY: If you do not meet the specific degree requirements for an instructor in the discipline required, you may request equivalency before the final filing date. There are three (3) forms that you will need to download from the HR web site under FORMS; they are titled: Equivalency Determination Application, Statement, and Procedure – the information requested is required of all candidates not holding the stated minimum qualifications who are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency.

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION :

Develop and deliver instructional lectures for Geography courses up to 10 hours/week
Organize and teach all levels of Geography classes
Use appropriate teaching methods to facilitate student learning
Teach day, evening, and/or weekend teaching assignments, which may include distance learning (interactive television, online) and accelerated courses
Assess Student Learning Outcomes every semester
Participate in department, division, and college-wide initiatives and committees if desired

REQUIRED DUTIES :

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

Required Qualifications

Master’s in geography OR
Bachelor’s in geography AND
Master’s in geology, history, meteorology, or oceanography
OR the equivalent
OR Interdisciplinary Studies.

Master’s in the interdisciplinary area OR master’s in one of the disciplines included in the interdisciplinary area and upper division or graduate coursework in at least one other constituent discipline.

( NOTE : The Interdisciplinary Studies discipline is provided to allow for those cases where it is locally determined that a course must be taught by someone with qualifications that exceed a single discipline. The constituent disciplines can include any disciplines found in the Master’s List.)

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with life or teaching experience which would demonstrate the clear ability to teach Physical Sciences, or Geography, or Geology to community college students.

Physical Demands

Range/Step: Step 1 - Step 7 (Based on degree and teaching experience)

EEO Statement

As an equal opportunity employer with a diverse staff and student population, the Yuba Community College District is committed to creating an inclusive and effective learning and working environment for all.

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents