Art (Ceramics Emphasis) Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool)

Ohlone College; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 171,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohlone College is accepting applications for a pool of qualified individuals to teach Art (Ceramics Emphasis) as a part-time instructor. Assignments may be in-person, online, or hybrid at the Fremont Campus, Newark Center, or eCampus, with postings continuously open and pool validity for two years.

Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to student success, equity-minded practices, and the ability to engage diverse learners using innovative teaching strategies and technology.

Qualifications

• Master's in fine arts or equivalent; commitment to equity-minded practices.
• Ability to generate student engagement and adapt to diverse learners.
• Experience with online/hybrid teaching acceptable for pool postings.

Responsibilities

• Teach Ceramics classes per course outlines.
• Evaluate student work with clear criteria and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain and submit accurate records by published deadlines.
• Create an equity-based and welcoming classroom environment.
• Perform duties per district policies, UFO contract, Faculty Handbook, and assigned locations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's in fine arts, art, or art history

Bachelor's with Master's in humanities (or equivalently)

Job description

Art (Ceramics Emphasis) Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool)

Ohlone College

• Salary: $73.90 - $124.47 Hourly
• Job Type: Part-Time Temporary
• Division: Arts and Social Sciences
• Opening Date: 09/06/2023
• Location: Fremont Campus - Newark Center - and/or eCampus
• Job Number: 202300013
• Department: Arts and Social Sciences
• Bargaining Unit: United Faculty of Ohlone (UFO)

Ideal Candidate Statement

Ohlone College seeks to employ faculty members who have a passion for teaching and learning and a strong commitment to the missions and ideals of the community college. We are looking for excellent teachers who are student-oriented in their approach and dedicated to student success. An ideal candidate will be skilled in generating student engagement in learning. Innovative teaching strategies are encouraged at Ohlone, including collaborative learning and the active use of technology. Continuous professional development is highly valued. We are looking for faculty with enthusiastic interest in curriculum and instructional improvement through ongoing critical thinking about student learning outcomes in courses and programs.The ideal Ohlone faculty member will have strong leadership skills and an interest in active participation in college-wide activities. Excellent communication skills with students, staff and faculty peers are essential. We are looking for faculty who are flexible in their work and adaptable to change. Ohlone prides itself as a Learning College with the motto of "A World of Cultures United in Learning" and we are looking for faculty who embrace diversity in serving students of varied backgrounds and learning styles. The College is committed to environmental sustainability and looks to all employees to support this important goal.

Position Description

Ohlone College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for temporary part-time teaching assignments. Assignments may include day, evening and weekend courses and may be in-person, online or hybrid.

Part-time faculty job postings are continuous recruitments used to create applicant pools to fill part-time temporary teaching assignments on an as-needed basis. Academic Divisions/Departments will refer to the pool of applications on file as need arises. Applications are accepted year-round and will remain in the pool for two years.

We appreciate your interest, and if your qualifications match a current departmental opening, the hiring manager will contact you directly to schedule an interview.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach Ceramics classes in accordance with post-secondary level established course outlines.
2. Evaluate student work using clear criteria relevant to the course content and student learning outcomes, and provide feedback to students in a timely manner.
3. Maintain and submit accurate records according to published deadlines (i.e., grades, syllabi, attendance reports).
4. Create an equity-based and welcoming classroom environment.
5. Perform duties described in Board policy, the United Faculty of Ohlone (faculty bargaining unit) contact, the Faculty Handbook, and as assigned at the Fremont Campus and Newark Center, online via the eCampus, and/or other designated locations.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in fine arts, art, or art history; OR Bachelor's in any of the above AND master's in humanities; OR the equivalent; AND Commitment to community college goals/objectives of being an equity-based and anti-racist institution, and providing quality programs and services for culturally, socio-economically, ethnically, and academically diverse students and students with disabilities; personal qualities to work effectively and with sensitivity in a multicultural environment; awareness of and commitment to the needs of non-traditional and/or re-entry students with diverse abilities and interests; AND Must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices.

(NOTE: "Master's in fine arts" as used here refers to any master's degree in the subject matter of fine arts, which is defined to include visual studio arts such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, textiles, and metal and jewelry art; and also art educationand art therapy. It does not refer to the "Master of Fine Arts" (MFA) degree when that degree is based on specialization in performing arts or dance, film, video, photography, creative writing or other nonplastic arts.)

Desirable Qualifications

1. Teaching experience at the community college level desired but not required.
2. Experience in using innovative teaching methods that encourage student engagement and learning.
3. Experience creating socially conscious syllabi, equitable classroom materials and inclusive pedagogical practices to promote an inclusive environment.
4. Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity; recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other minoritized students and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusions of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes; willingness to examine and remediate one's relational practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students; and a commitment to participatory governance, consensus building, and team approach to management.
5. Experience in the use of computer technology as a teaching tool, including experience with course management systems (i.e. Blackboard, Canvas, etc.).
6. Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
7. Ability to work successfully in a team environment.

Required Application Materials

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae;
2. A cover letter addressing the listed desirable qualifications, personal/professional qualities, and how you would apply a commitment to diversity as you conduct your responsibilities in this position;
3. A list of three (3) professional references including name, position, organization, phone number, email, and relationship to the applicant;
4. Unofficial copies of all college transcripts. Official sealed transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

Equivalency

If you do not meet minimum qualifications as stated, a completed equivalency form with all related documents must accompany the application or your application will not be considered. The equivalency form can be found on our website at https://www.ohlone.edu/sites/default/files/users/mmoore25/ohlone_equivalency_form_-_final.pdf

Foreign Transcripts

Transcripts issued outside the United States 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. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the filing deadline. Here is a list of approved foreign degree evaluations services: http://www.ohlone.edu/org/hr/forms/docs/evaluationofforeigndegrees.pdf

District Statement

Founded in 1967, Ohlone College is named in honor of the early Ohlone People who inhabited the San Francisco Bay Area. Ohlone College is committed to providing a high-quality education to serve our diverse population of over 15,000 students per year. Ohlone College is nationally recognized for our Deaf Studies and Interpreter Preparation programs, and is widely known for our nursing, health sciences, liberal arts, biomedical science, and smart manufacturing programs. As a learning community, we embrace and champion inclusivity, integrity, student expression, global citizenship, and continuous improvement.

Ohlone College is one of the top-ranked community colleges in California, serving the cities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City. Our campuses in Fremont and Newark are centrally located in the East Bay between San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. This region is known as a hub of innovation and economic activity, and home to some of the most advanced manufacturing, biomedical research, and clean energy companies in California, including Tesla, Meta