Astronomy Instructor, Temporary, Part-Time Pool - AMENDED

San Francisco Community College District; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 225,000; Part time

Job summary

San Francisco Community College District seeks an Astronomy Instructor for a temporary, part-time pool. The role involves teaching a mix of astronomy courses, including day, evening, and Saturday sessions, with office hours to support students.

The department emphasizes outreach and curriculum development. Ideal candidates have advanced degrees in astrophysics or related fields and experience with online education, multimedia, and equitable teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Master's in Astronomy/Astrophysics or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's in Physics or Astronomy + Master's in Engineering/Mathematics/Meteorology/Geophysics or equivalent alternately.
• Interdisciplinary Master's in Planetary Science or Astrobiology or equivalent acceptable as alternative.
• Earth/Space science credentials and teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a mix of astronomy courses.
• Teach day, evening, and/or Saturday classes as required.
• Hold office hours and advise students.
• Mentor students and engage in service-learning activities.
• Participate in department outreach activities.
• Revise and update astronomy curriculum.
• Develop new astronomy courses.
• Promote inclusive, anti-racist teaching practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Master's in Astronomy/Astrophysics (or

Teaching astronomy

Online education

Multimedia design

Astronomical image processing

Public outreach

Observatory ops

Culturally responsive pedagogy

Equity in higher ed

Education

Master's in Physics, Astronomy, or Astrophysics (or equivalent)

Bachelor's in Physics or Astronomy + Master's in Eng/Math/Meteorology/Geophysics (or equivalent)

Job description

Astronomy Instructor, Temporary, Part-Time Pool - AMENDED

San Francisco Community College District

Position Number: AC00218P

Job Close Date: 11/6/2026

Campus:

Salary (Applicant View):

Rate is set in accordance with the City College of San Francisco Faculty Salary Schedule for hourly assignments. Currently the rate upon entry is from $92.72 to $163.69 per hour depending upon placement.TEMPORARY, PART-TIME POOLEC §87482

Position Description:

The City College of San Francisco Astronomy Department has two full time faculty members and two adjunct faculty members. Faculty members have access to a high-speed computer network with the latest desktop computers in the office. We have a Spitz A3P Star Projector in our Planetarium. In addition, we have a portable digital planetarium for outreach activities.

The Department has a Meade LX-200 telescope, two Meade LX- 90 telescopes, and several smaller telescopes, as well as a CCD camera and CCD spectrometer. In addition, we have access to Lick Observatory telescopes and robotic telescopes from Skynet UNC for student research projects.

The Department is developing its own multi-purpose classroom. Currently, we have access to the College computer laboratory-classrooms and multimedia classrooms for instruction. The successful candidate will be expected to use some or all of these resources, as appropriate to the assigned classes.

The College is developing a campus-wide plan for multimedia and network technologies across the curriculum. Currently, all courses in the Department can be delivered as in-person, hybrid, and/or full online mode. However, we are much in need of a program to integrate image processing, networking, and multimedia.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate in reviving public programs and enhance the learning opportunities and resources available to students.

Job Duties:

• Teach a mix of astronomy courses.
• Teach day, evening, and/or Saturday classes, or classes at other sites, as required.
• Hold office hours and be available to assist and advise students at times convenient to them.
• Participate in Department student mentoring and/or service-learning activities.
• Participate in Department community outreach activities.
• Participate in revising and updating the astronomy curriculum.
• Participate in developing of new astronomy courses.
• Supports and engages in culturally responsive, inclusive, and anti-racist practices as they relate to student success, with an awareness of student equity gaps.
• Participates in ongoing training on diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism to center pedagogy.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

City College of San Francisco Minimum Requirements:

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 Physics, Astronomy, or Astrophysics from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT;OREarned Bachelor's Degree in Physics or Astronomy from an accredited institution ANDearned Master's Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology, or Geophysics from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT;

Alternatively, Minimum Qualifications may be met with the following:

Earned Master's Degree in the interdisciplinary area of Planetary Science or Astrobiology from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT;OREarned Master's Degree in Geology, Geochemistry, or Microbiology from an accredited institution AND upper division or graduate course work in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Planetary Science, or Astrobiology from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT;ORHold a fully-satisfied LIFE California Community College Instructor Credential in Astronomy and Astral Physics (California credentials were no longer issued after July 1, 1990).

[If you would like to claim educational 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 the job posting.]

Desirable Qualifications:

• Master's Degree or higher in Astronomy and/or Astrophysics from an accredited institution preferred. See Minimum Qualifications listed above.
• Two or more years in teaching introductory astronomy at the post-secondary level.
• Two or more years in teaching astronomy laboratory classes at the post secondary level.
• Demonstrated familiarity with online education as well as multimedia design.
• Demonstrated familiarity with astronomical image processing software, and/or astrophotography.
• Experience in teaching astronomy in nonacademic settings, such as planetaria, public lectures, or school programs.
• Experience in observatory operations and maintenance.
• Demonstrated breadth of academic achievement in astronomy and/or astrophysics as indicated by academic transcripts and/or professional activities.
• Evidence of instructional experience at the university or college level using culturally responsive pedagogy.
• 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:

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].