Asian American Studies Instructor, (Full-Time, Tenure Track)

San Francisco Community College District; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life Insurance

Dental Plan

RHCTF retirement contribution

Job summary

San Francisco Community College District invites applications for an Asian American Studies Instructor, Full-Time, Tenure Track. The role includes teaching a full load of courses in Asian American Studies, developing AA/AA-T transfer degrees and certificates, and serving as a liaison with local Asian American communities.

The position may involve department chair duties and in-person instruction across sites.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Asian American Studies or Ethnic Studies with equivalency as required.
• Ability to work with diverse community college students across backgrounds.
• Experience developing transfer curriculum for CSU/UC systems.
• Commitment to equity and inclusive pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full load (15 units) of Asian American Studies courses or 12 units plus Department Chair duties.
• Develop transfer curricula and AA/AA-T/Certificates; participate in program planning.
• Act as liaison with Asian American communities in SF and the Bay Area; outreach to campus and community.
• Teach online courses post CCSF training; participate in department and college governance.

Skills

Teaching experience in AAS

Curriculum development

Community liaison

Online course development

Education

Master's in Asian American Studies

Master's in Ethnic Studies + Bachelor's in Asian American Studies

Job description

Asian American Studies Instructor, (Full-Time, Tenure Track)

San Francisco Community College District

Position Number: AC00265P

Job Close Date: 11/09/2026

Salary (Applicant View):

Initial salary placement is based on verified and accepted educational/work experience in accordance with the current City College of San Francisco Faculty Salary Schedule. The annual salary range upon entry is from $75,466 to $115,214 for 175 days of ser

Position Description:

Asian American Studies Instructor, (Full-Time, Tenure Track)

Job Duties:

1. Teach a full load (15 units) of courses offered in Asian American Studies and affiliated departments. Assignment may include: Asian American Popular Culture, Asian American Issues Through Film, Stories of Asian America, Community Issues and Leadership, Asian American Race Relations, Asian American Women, Asian American Experience Since 1820, Asian Americans and American Ideals and Institutions, Chinese American Community, Filipino American Community and Southeast Asian American Community, Introduction to Asian American Studies, or teach 12 units and serve as Asian American Studies Department Chair.

2. Participate in curriculum development of transfer courses to 4-year universities, such as CSU and UC.

3. Develop the Asian American Studies Program, AA and AA-T transfer degrees, and certificates.

4. Act as a liaison with the Asian American communities of San Francisco and the Bay Area.

5. Actively publicize and develop awareness of and interest in Asian American Studies' courses within the college and the larger community.

6. Develop and teach online existing Asian American Studies online courses, after CCSF training.

7. May assume Department Chair responsibilities, contingent on Department election.

8. Teach day, evening and/or Saturday classes in-person at one or more sites, as required to meet student and community needs.

9. Each semester, assess and report student learning outcomes for courses taught.

10. Update and evaluate student and program needs and new developments in the field to support success and equity.

11. Participate in department meetings, department and college-wide committees, program review, faculty evaluations, curriculum development and curriculum development and revisions, and professional development.

12. Participate in educational organizations related to Asian American Studies.

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

14. 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.

15. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

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 Degree in Asian American Studies from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT;

OR

Earned Master's Degree in Ethnic Studies from an accredited institution AND earned Bachelor's Degree in Asian American Studies from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT.

[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. 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.]

If you have previously gone through the education equivalency for this same subject area from City College of San Francisco OR you have obtained the clarification of your "major" from the department chair/dean of the institution you attended in order to meet the minimum qualification for this job posting, you must submit a copy of the information. When attaching this document, please use the "Equivalency Application Form" link.]

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. or other advanced graduate coursework beyond the Asian American Studies and/or Ethnic Studies Master's Degree, with concentration or specialization in Asian American Studies, or service to Asian American students or communities.

2. Demonstrated community college teaching in Asian American Studies.

3. Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and experience developing course content and materials in Asian American Studies, for transfer to CSUs and UCs.

4. Published research or professional articles which reflects an understanding and knowledge of the Asian American community.

5. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working with Asian American students to develop leadership skills, encourage goal-setting, support retention, and returning to school.

6. Experience in working with people of various racial and ethnic backgrounds and sexual orientations.

7. Experience with and knowledge of Asian American community based organizations, and community action groups.

8. Understanding and knowledge of best practices to close the achievement gap.

9. Evidence of successful instructional experience at the university or college level using culturally responsive pedagogy.

10. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of inequities in higher education and a commitment to rectifying policies and processes that restrict access for historically minoritized and disproportionately impacted students.

Benefits:

In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the SFCCD and AFT Local 2121, fringe benefits include a choice of several health plans, plus $50,000 Group Life Insurance and Dental Care Plan.New employees hired on or after January 1, 2014 will contribute 2% of salary to the San Francisco Retiree Health Care Trust Fund (RHCTF).

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. An additional interview will be offered to applicants who are advanced beyond the initial interviews.

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].