English Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool - East Kern Center, Inmate Education Program Opportunity

Kern Community College District; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 92,299; Part time

Job summary

A community college in California is seeking a part-time English Instructor for the Inmate Education Program. This role involves providing instruction in a full range of English and Reading courses, developing and revising curriculum, and participating in student recruitment. Candidates must possess at least a Master’s degree in English or a related field and demonstrate sensitivity to diverse backgrounds. The position offers an hourly pay rate of $67.00 and requires participation in various professional activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition required.
• Demonstrated understanding of diverse backgrounds in community college students.
• Ability to develop curriculum and assess student learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in a full range of English and Reading courses.
• Participate in recruitment and articulation of transfer programs.
• Maintain subject-matter currency and development of curriculum.

Skills

Instruction in English

Curriculum development

Student recruitment

Effective communication

Education

Master’s in English or related field

Bachelor’s in English and Master’s in linguistics

Tools

Computer and multimedia technology

Job description

English Instructor, Part‑time Adjunct Pool – East Kern Center, Inmate Education Program Opportunity

Location: Edwards/California City/Tehachapi (Rising Scholars), CA

Salary: $67.00 hourly

Job Type: Temporary – Adjuncts

Job Number: FY21-22-00660

Department: English (ENGL)

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 letting the position go unfilled. 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 soliciting applications for part‑time, hourly adjunct instructors. The starting salary range is $67.00/hour; hourly rate may vary based on type of assignment and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. For more information, refer to the CCA collective bargaining agreement or your college HR office.

Representative Duties

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• Provide instruction in a full range of English and Reading courses.
• Participate in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the English department.
• Maintain subject‑matter currency.
• Develop and revise curriculum.
• Use computer and multimedia technology.
• Participate collegially in departmental, college, and discipline‑specific professional activities.

This assignment may include using multiple teaching methodologies and teaching at other campus sites; day, evening, or weekend classes; large classes; distance learning classes; and classes for incarcerated students.

Rising Scholars Program – link: Rising Scholars ProgramCCCC Rising Scholars Program

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition.
• OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a specialization in reading, creative writing, or journalism.
• OR Equivalent experience (education, experience, and accomplishments). Candidates must request and submit an Application for Equivalence form with supporting documents.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Foreign degrees must be evaluated by a recognized service.

Knowledge & Abilities

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge and abilities:

• Work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population.
• Work effectively with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals.
• Develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities.
• Participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain subject‑matter currency.
• Assess student learning outcomes.
• Know computers and be willing to explore new technologies that benefit the program.
• Commit to the California community college mission.

Special Instructions

Completed application packet must include:

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

Foreign degree holders must provide a professional evaluation as required.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

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 based on association with a person or group with one or more of these characteristics. The District provides a discrimination‑free work environment and does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States.

Application

All applicants must apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/3435355/english-instructor-part-time-adjunct-pool-east-kern-center-inmate-education-p. Email applications are not accepted.