American Government Instructor - Temporary, Part-Time Pool

San Francisco Community College District; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 2,980,000 - 4,550,000; Part time

Job summary

San Francisco Community College District is seeking an American Government instructor for a temporary, part-time pool. The role requires teaching in-person and online courses, contributing to curriculum, and supporting inclusive pedagogy across campuses.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in Political Science or related field, with options for combinations of degrees. Applicants must meet CCSF requirements and participate in ongoing professional development and anti-racism training.

Qualifications

• Meeting state minimum qualifications and CCSF minimum qualifications.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations and provide inclusive instruction.
• Demonstrated experience or ability to teach American Government courses.

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.
• Teach day, evening, and Saturday classes at campus locations.
• Participate in curriculum development and department activities.
• Use active learning and culturally responsive teaching to engage marginalized students.
• Perform grading, attendance, and SLO assessment duties.

Skills

Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and Ab

Student equity & inclusion

Education

Master's in Political Science, Government, or International Relations

Bachelor's in related field + Master's in Economics/History/Public Administration/Social Science/Juris Doctor or LL.B.

Job description

American Government Instructor - Temporary, Part-Time Pool

San Francisco Community College District

Position Number: AC00259P

Job Close Date: 09/03/2027

Campus:

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 pl

Position Description:

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

Job Duties:

1. Provide instruction in accordance with the Social Sciences Department's established course outlines and the college catalog.

2. Teach in-person American Government classes.

3. Teach online American Government classes After CCSF training.

4. Teach other Political Science courses as needed.

5. Teach day and/or evening and/or Saturday classes at any of the College's campuses as required.

6. Participate in curriculum development.

7. Utilize active learning techniques and culturally responsive teaching practices that engage historically marginalized students.

8. Participate in other faculty professional responsibilities and duties as appropriate, such as department and campus committee work as well as professional development activities.

9. Participate in professional activities, such as department and college committee work as well as staff development activities.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. Participate in ongoing training on diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism to center pedagogy.

13. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

STATE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to work with community college students with disabilities, various sexual orientations, and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

2. 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: 1. 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.); orthe 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:

1. Previous experience teaching American Government at the community college level preferred.

2. Previous experience teaching in college-level American Government courses.

3. Previous teaching experience in college-level courses in Comparative Government and/or Political Theory and/or International Relations and/or other Political Science courses.

4. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.

5. Familiarity with and commitment to the mission and functions of a community college.

Benefits:

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 the pre-employment requirements for a CCSF Release to Work Authorization Certificate prior to appointment which include, but are 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].

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