Chemistry Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Madera Community College

SCCCD International Education; California (MO); On-site; USD 55,104 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

State Center Community College District's Madera Community College is seeking a Chemistry Instructor for a part‑time faculty pool. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis as part of a continuous recruitment effort; start dates may vary.

The position involves teaching a part‑time schedule, using diverse pedagogies and technology for face‑to‑face, online, and hybrid formats, and communicating effectively with students and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to address diverse student backgrounds with equity-minded practice.
• Master’s degree in chemistry or equivalent combination as required.
• Ability to teach both face-to-face and online/hybrid formats.

Responsibilities

• Teach a part-time schedule of Chemistry courses as assigned.
• Use varied pedagogies and technology for face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Evaluate student progress according to course objectives.
• Provide course syllabi and maintain classroom records.
• Submit grading and evaluation reports promptly.

Skills

Diversity & inclusion

Effective communication

Technology proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in chemistry

Bachelor’s in chemistry or biochemistry + Master’s in related field

California CC Credential or equivalent

Tools

Educational technology tools

Job description

Position Overview

Chemistry Instructor (Part‑Time Faculty Pool) Madera Community College.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis as part of a continuous recruitment effort. If selected, start dates may vary. The position is part of an applicant pool for part‑time faculty positions; vacancies are filled as they arise.

Responsibilities

• Teach a part‑time schedule of Chemistry courses as assigned.
• Use a variety of pedagogies and integrate a wide range of instructional delivery systems, including innovative and creative uses of technology for face‑to‑face, online, and hybrid formats.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Use effective teaching methods appropriate to the subject matter and adhere to institutionally approved curriculum course outlines of record.
• Evaluate student progress through tests, examinations, written assignments, oral responses, etc., in keeping with course objectives.
• Provide course syllabi to students.
• Maintain classroom records in accordance with District Policy.
• Turn in all required student grading and evaluation reports promptly.
• Teach assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including classes as needed.
• Otherwise fulfill all duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, with a focus on equity‑minded practice.
• Master’s degree in chemistry; or Bachelor’s in chemistry or biochemistry and a Master’s in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology, or geochemistry; or a valid California Community College Credential; or equivalent education and/or experience as determined by equivalency.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience and skill integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility.
• Recent experience working with underrepresented student populations in the classroom and understanding historical patterns of exclusion.
• Willingness to examine and remediate instructional practices to support racially minoritized students.
• Professional experience that demonstrates collaboration with faculty and staff to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student learning.
• Competence with computers and technologies used for high‑quality instruction and support.
• Effective communication skills with students and staff.
• Knowledge of current assessment methods and materials.
• Knowledge of the community college mission and goals.

Salary and Benefits

• Newly hired part‑time faculty are placed on step one of the Part‑Time Faculty Salary Schedule.
• Salary classification is based on education and experience as outlined in the Part‑Time Faculty Salary Classifications.
• Sick leave accrual based on assignment hours.

Selection Procedure

The hiring department will contact selected candidates directly. There is no closing date; applications remain open until the pool expires in 18 months. If an application is not acted upon within that timeframe and the applicant wishes to pursue opportunities again, a new application must be submitted.

EEO Statement

State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably in the recruitment and selection process. Additional information is provided under the SCCCD EEO Plan.