Biology Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool (East Kern/Tehachapi)

Kern Community College District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 106,000; Part time

Job summary

Kern Community College District is accepting applications for part-time, hourly Biology instructors to join the East Kern/Tehachapi adjunct pool. Instructors may teach a range of Biological Science courses at multiple campus sites and times, including distance learning options.

Starting salary is $67.00 per lecture hour, with variability based on assignment type and LHE formula. This temporary adjunct pool supports immediate needs and applications remain on file for up to two years.

Qualifications

• Master's in biological science is required or: Bachelor's in biology with Master's in biochemistry/biophysics/marine science; valid CC teaching credential also acceptable.
• Equivalent qualifications may be considered with an Equivalence form and supporting documents.
• Degree(s) must be from accredited institutions unless evaluated for US equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full range of Biological Science courses.
• Possibly teach at other campus sites and times (day/evening/weekend).
• Engage in curriculum development and revision; utilize multimedia tools.
• Participate in student recruitment and transfer articulation; contribute to department activities.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Computer literacy

Education

Master's in biological science

Bachelor's in biological science + Master's in biochemistry/biophysics/marine science

valid California community college teaching credential

Equivalent qualifications (documentation required)

Job description

Biology Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool (East Kern/Tehachapi)

Kern Community College District

Salary: $67.00 Hourly

Job Type: Temporary -- Adjuncts

Job Number: FY26-2700125

Location: CC - East Kern, Tehachapi, CA

Department: Science (SCI)

Basic Function

Kern Community College District accepts applications for part-time, hourly faculty pools on a continuous basis. This allows the division to contact qualified applicants immediately, if a need arises without having to wait for a period of time to advertise. If there is an interest and/or need within the specific department, applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted by respective department supervisors, deans and/or division chairs. Applications submitted will remain active for up to two years.

Kern Community College District is soliciting applications for part-time, hourly adjunct instructors. The starting salary range is $67.00/per lecture hour equivalent; Hourly rate may vary based on type of assignment and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. For more information, refer to the CCA collective bargaining agreement or your college HR office.

Representative Duties

The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in a full range of Biological Science courses.

This assignment may include teaching at other campus sites, day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes, distance learning and using multiple teaching methodologies.

Other duties include:

• participation in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the Science department;
• maintaining subject matter currency;
• developing and revising curriculum;
• using computer and multimedia technology;
• collegial participation in departmental, college and discipline-specific professional activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in any biological science;

OR - Bachelor's in any biological science AND Master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science;

OR - Possession of a valid credential which authorizes full-time teaching of Biology at the California Community College level;

OR - The equivalent. Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments in the field may be judged as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for these positions. Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications must request and submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form. Supporting documents must be included with the completed form.

AND - A demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Note: Degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an evaluation service.

Note: The screening of candidates will be conducted by a screening committee. The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview.

Knowledge & Abilities

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate that they are broadly prepared and have a depth of knowledge in the discipline. In addition, the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge and abilities:

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and service to a diverse student population;
• Ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals;
• Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities;
• Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency;
• Ability to assess student learning outcomes;
• Knowledge of computers and willingness to explore new technologies that would benefit the program;
• Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission;

Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.

The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.

The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

Equal Employment Opportunity Plan: The Kern CCD Equal Employment Opportunity Plan guides the development, implementation, and monitoring of the District's efforts to foster equal employment opportunities and workplace diversity.

The Kern Community College District participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit e-verify.gov.