Economics Adjunct Assistant Professor Pool

Los Rios Community College District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 6,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college district in Sacramento is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach various economics courses. Responsibilities include overseeing class content, assessing outcomes, and maintaining professionalism. Qualified applicants should possess a master's degree in Economics or related fields along with a commitment to fostering an inclusive educational environment. This role is contingent upon college needs, with recruitment ongoing throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics or related field required.
• Ability to support an inclusive educational environment.
• Equity-minded focus and understanding of diverse student backgrounds as related to learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes under supervision.
• Assess student learning outcomes.
• Maintain professional conduct and ethics.
• Utilize current technology in teaching and engage in faculty governance.

Skills

Equity-minded focus

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Education

Master's degree in Economics

Bachelor's in Economics AND master's in Business or related fields

Job description

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Adjunct positions are filled as needed through ongoing recruitment. Applicants are contacted and hired year-round based on college needs.

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may encompass teaching courses across all levels in this discipline. Specific courses offered may vary by campus. Courses for this assignment may include:

• ECON 100 Introduction to Economics
• ECON 302 Principles of Macroeconomics
• ECON 330 Investments and Financial Management

Minimum Qualifications

1. Have a master's degree in Economics; OR, Bachelor's in Economics AND master's in Business, Business Administration, Business Management, Business Education, Finance, or Political Science; OR the equivalent*; All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

*NOTES:

• Degree titles must match the stated minimum qualifications exactly (word-for-word). If your degree title is not exactly the same as one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications above, you must submit documentation for "equivalency" to be considered for the position. If you fail to submit this documentation and your degree title does not match, you will be disqualified.
• Applicants applying under the "equivalent" provision must include the equivalency review request form detailing and explaining how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degree(s) listed in the minimum qualifications. Please visit our website for the form and information on the equivalency determination process.
• If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter. If you do not attach a copy of your determination form or letter you will be disqualified. If you have misplaced your copy please contact Human Resources for assistance.