English Instructor - Part-time Adjunct Pool

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 75,010 - 106,832; Part time

Job summary

Kern Community College District is seeking part-time English Instructors for their adjunct pool. The role requires a Master's or Bachelor's degree in English or related fields, with responsibilities including teaching and curriculum development. The position offers an hourly rate of $66.00, with opportunities for qualified applicants to be contacted as needs arise.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in English or related field required.
• Candidates must demonstrate understanding of diverse student backgrounds.
• Degrees must be from accredited institutions.

Responsibilities

• Teach part-time, adjunct positions in English.
• Participate in curriculum development and assessment of student learning outcomes.

Skills

Effective collaboration and communication skills

Curriculum development across modalities

Proficiency with computers and new technologies

Education

Master's in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition

Bachelor's in relevant fields plus a Master's in linguistics, TESL, or related

Job description

English Instructor - Part-time Adjunct Pool

Kern Community College District

Salary: $66.00 Hourly

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: FY24-2501133

Location: Bakersfield, CA

Department: English

Basic Function

Please Note: 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 waiting for a new advertisement. Interested applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted by department supervisors, deans, or division chairs. Applications remain active for up to two years.

Kern Community College District is seeking applications for part-time, hourly adjunct instructors. The starting salary is $66.00/hour; rates may vary based on assignment type and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. For details, refer to the CCA collective bargaining agreement or your college HR office.

Representative Duties

This pool is used to staff part-time adjunct positions.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition OR Bachelor's in any of these fields plus a Master's in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a reading specialization, creative writing, or journalism. Alternatively, equivalent qualifications judged by the district. Candidates claiming equivalence must submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form with supporting documents.

Additionally, candidates must demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse student backgrounds.

Degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions. Foreign degrees require evaluation by a recognized credential evaluation service.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Effective collaboration and communication skills
• Curriculum development across modalities
• Participation in recruitment and articulation activities
• Currency in subject matter
• Assessment of student learning outcomes
• Proficiency with computers and new technologies
• Commitment to the California community college mission

Application Requirements

Complete online application, submit current resume, and legible transcripts. Remove personal info from documents before uploading. Foreign degree holders must submit evaluation documentation.

Additional Information

Applicants requiring accommodations should contact Human Resources. The district promotes diversity and equal opportunity and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. Work authorization must be verified before employment.

Apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/4813788/english-instructor-part-time-adjunct-pool. Emails will not be accepted.