Computer Information Systems Instructor - Part-time Adjunct Pool

Inside Higher Ed; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 90,921,600; Part time

Job summary

A community college district in Bakersfield is seeking part-time adjunct instructors for Business Management/Information Technology or Engineering departments. Applicants need at least a bachelor's degree with professional experience or an associate degree with extensive experience. Responsibilities include curriculum development and providing effective teaching to a diverse student population. This role offers flexibility in assignment but requires commitment to inclusivity and academic excellence.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or higher plus two years of professional experience.
• Sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds of community college students.
• Experience in related teaching assignments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Staff assignments at Bakersfield Community College in specified departments.
• Participate in recruitment and articulation activities.
• Work with a diverse student population.

Skills

Effective communication

Curriculum development

Adaptability to diverse backgrounds

Technology knowledge

Assessment of student outcomes

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Associate degree + 6 years professional experience

Job description

Kern Community College District

Salary: $66.00 Hourly

Job Type: Temporary -- Adjuncts

Job Number: FY24-2501242

Location: Bakersfield College -- Panorama Campus, CA

Department: Business Management/Information Technology or Engineering

Basic Function

Applicants may be considered for part-time, hourly adjunct instructor assignments in the Business Management/Information Technology or Engineering departments. Kern Community College District maintains a continuous pool of applicants, allowing rapid contact if a need arises. Applications remain active for up to two years.

Representative Duties

This adjunct pool will staff assignments at the Bakersfield Community College Main Campus in the aforementioned departments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Any bachelor's degree or higher and two years of professional experience
• OR – Any associate degree and six years of professional experience
• OR – The equivalent

Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master's degree. The experience must be directly related to the teaching assignment. Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments may be judged as equal to the stated minimum qualifications. Candidates with such equivalent qualifications must submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form with supporting documents.

All degrees must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Foreign degrees require evaluation by an accredited credential evaluation service.

A demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community college students is required.

Knowledge & 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 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

Special Instructions

Completed Application Packet MUST Include:

• Completed Online Application for Employment form
• Current resume
• Copy of legible transcripts

Applicants must redact personal information from all documents before uploading, including Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and photos.

Accommodations

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

EEO Statement

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 they are perceived to have one or more of these characteristics. 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.

Important Instructions & Additional Information

Complete applications received by the assured consideration date are guaranteed to be reviewed by Human Resources. If you apply after this date, there is no guarantee that your application will be reviewed. However, recruitment remains open and is posted until filled.

Completed applications must include the following:

• Completed online application for employment
• Current resume
• Letter of interest (cover letter)
• List of five professional references (entered in online application)
• Copy of legible transcripts (if required for the position)

Applicants with foreign degrees must have their coursework evaluated by an accredited credential evaluation service and submit a copy of the evaluation with their application.

Dear applicants: use the E-Verify system per U.S. Department of Homeland Security requirements.

All applications must be submitted online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/4933191/computer-information-systems-instructor-part-time-adjunct-pool. Emails will not be accepted.