Dynamic Astronomy Instructor - Part-Time, Online & In-Person

SCCCD International Education; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

SCCCD International Education, Reedley College in California, invites applications for an Astronomy Instructor in a part-time faculty pool. The position involves teaching Astronomy in various settings including evenings, weekends, online, or off-campus as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics, or an equivalent credential or education path. This pool is open until filled with start dates varying.

Qualifications

• Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics.
• Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics.
• A valid California Community College credential.
• The equivalent education and/or experience (equivalency).

Responsibilities

• Providing instruction in Astronomy in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, online or off-campus.
• Teaching introductory physics, general physics, physical science and astronomy courses.
• Teaching trigonometry and calculus based physics courses for majors and non-majors.
• Using a variety of pedagogies and instructional delivery systems for face-to-face, online, and/or hybrid formats.
• Communicating effectively with students.
• Evaluating student progress through tests and examinations, written assignments, oral responses, etc.
• Providing course syllabi to students.
• Maintaining classroom records in accordance with District Policy.
• Turning in all required student grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner.

Education

Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics

Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics

A valid California Community College credential

The equivalent education and/or experience (equivalency)

Job description

SCCCD International Education, Reedley College in California, invites applications for an Astronomy Instructor in a part-time faculty pool. The position involves teaching Astronomy in various settings including evenings, weekends, online, or off-campus as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics, or an equivalent credential or education path. This pool is open until filled with start dates varying.