American Government Instructor

City College of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

City College of San Francisco invites applications for a temporary, part‑time American Government instructor pool. The department seeks individuals to teach in-person and online courses, with a focus on culturally responsive teaching and student equity.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Political Science or related field, with additional CCSF qualifications requiring a Master’s or higher. The college emphasizes diversity and inclusive pedagogy across all assignments.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse community college students and a broad range of backgrounds.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development and department tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in accordance with course outlines and college catalog.
• Teach in-person American Government classes.
• Teach online American Government classes after CCSF training.
• Teach other political science courses as needed.
• Schedule day/evening/Saturday classes at CCSF campuses as required.
• Engage in curriculum development and professional activities.
• Maintain grade books, attendance, and learning outcomes records.
• Engage in diversity, equity, and anti-racism initiatives to support student success.

Skills

Diversity & inclusion

English communication

Education

Master’s in Political Science/Government/IR

Master’s or higher in related field (PhD)

Job description

American Government Instructor - Temporary, Part-Time Pool

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

City College of San Francisco will accept applications with all required supporting documentation at any time until the posting close date. Screening and interviews can be conducted at any point in time as the department desires; a part-time hiring pool or pools will be developed and be in effect for a one-year period from which temporary appointments will be made on an as-needed basis. The first round of screening will commence in mid October 2026 for those who have submitted completed application materials.

Posting Summary

Position Title

Position Title American Government Instructor - Temporary, Part-Time Pool

Posting Type

Posting Type Wide Distribution

Department

Department Social Sciences

Campus

Campus Ocean Campus

Location

Job Category

Salary (Applicant View)

Compensation is determined in accordance with the City College of San Francisco Faculty Salary Schedule for Pay-by-workload assignments. The workload compensation upon entry currently ranges from $2,163.36 to $3,302.80 per workload unit, depending upon placement. Temporary, Part-Time Pool EC §87482

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Faculty - Part-Time Pool

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Part Time

Start Date

End Date

Position Description

Temporary part-time pool for instructor of American Government (Political Science).

Job Duties

• Provide instruction in accordance with the Social Sciences Department’s established course outlines and the college catalog.
• Teach in‑person American Government classes.
• Teach online American Government classes after CCSF training.
• Teach other Political Science courses as needed.
• Teach day and/or evening and/or Saturday classes at any of the College’s campuses as required.
• Participate in curriculum development.
• Utilize active learning techniques and culturally responsive teaching practices that engage historically marginalized students.
• Participate in other faculty professional responsibilities and duties as appropriate, such as department and campus committee work as well as professional development activities.
• Participate in professional activities, such as department and college committee work as well as staff development activities.
• Perform professional duties including, but not limited to, testing, grading, maintaining grade‑book, maintaining student attendance records, assessing and reporting student learning outcomes (SLO’s), etc.
• Support and engage in an innovative culture of culturally responsive, inclusive and anti‑racist practices as it relates to student success with an awareness of student equity gaps.
• Participate in ongoing training on diversity, equity, inclusion and anti‑racism to center pedagogy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

STATE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to work with community college students with disabilities, various sexual orientations, and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Earned Master’s in Political Science, Government, or International Relations from an accredited institution, or the equivalent;
• OR;
• Earned Bachelor’s in any of the above AND earned Master’s in Economics, History, Public Administration, Social Science, Sociology, and any Ethnic Studies, Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.) from an accredited institution; or the equivalent.

ADDITIONAL CCSF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Earned Master’s Degree or higher (Ph.D.) in Political Science or Government from an accredited institution with demonstrable emphasis (major) in American Government or the equivalent; (Educational equivalency might include degrees in related fields, such as Ethnic Studies, Women’s Studies, Area Studies, etc., as long as there is equivalent coursework to MA in Political Science, with an emphasis in American Government.); other equivalent.

All applicants must meet BOTH the State Minimum Requirements AND the City College of San Francisco Minimum Qualifications to be considered.

[The degree major(s) posted on an applicant’s transcript(s) must be exactly as listed above under the degree requirements. Otherwise, applicant must claim education equivalency for the formal educational requirement. If you would like to claim education equivalency for the formal educational requirement, the “Faculty Equivalency Application Form” is available on the left side margin. This form will be considered as part of the application materials and must be submitted on or before the filing deadline as indicated on this job posting.]

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching American Government at the community college level preferred.
• Previous experience teaching in college-level American Government courses.
• Previous teaching experience in college-level courses in Comparative Government and/or Political Theory and/or International Relations and/or other Political Science courses.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
• Familiarity with and commitment to the mission and functions of a community college.

ADA Statement

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.

Selection Procedure/Conditions of Employment

Applicants who meet all minimum qualifications and have all required application documents in the CCSF Human Resources Department on or before the filing deadline will be included in the initial review processes to be conducted by the Search Committee. A reasonable number of applicants who are judged by the Committee as best matching the requirements of the position will be invited for a personal interview with the Search Committee.

Employees must satisfy all pre‑employment requirements for a CCSF Release to Work Authorization Certificate prior to appointment which includes and not limited to tuberculosis clearance (EC 87408.6), fingerprinting processing, and verification of their legal right to work in the United States.

City College of San Francisco reserves the right at its sole discretion to modify or to rescind this job posting at any time without prior notice.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS / HIV status, medical conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam‑Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning person in any District program or activity. For further information, contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] .

Posting Number

Posting Number AC00259P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/22/2026

Application Review Date

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 09/03/2027

Open Until Filled No

Contact

Contact Phone/Extension

Contact Phone/Extension [phone]

Contact Email

Special Instructions to Applicant

City College of San Francisco will accept applications with all required supporting documentation at any time until the posting close date. Screening and interviews can be conducted at any point in time as the department desires; a part-time hiring pool or pools will be developed and be in effect for a one-year period from which temporary appointments will be made on an as-needed basis. The first round of screening will commence in mid October 2026 for those who have submitted completed application materials.

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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Required Documents

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• List of References
• Transcript(s)
• Diversity Statement

Optional Documents

• Transcript(s) - additional
• California Community College Credentials
• Equivalency Application Form
• Foreign Degree Evaluation
• Other Document 1

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