Ethnic Studies Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for part-time faculty to assist a diverse group of students in California. Responsibilities include teaching classes, preparing materials, assessing student performances, and utilizing current technology to enhance learning.

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in relevant studies, demonstrate sensitivity to a diverse community, and adhere to all college guidelines. Commitment to equity and diversity is essential in this educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the qualifications related to multiple ethnic studies.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and equity-minded practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes according to established curriculum.
• Maintain accurate records and assess student performance.
• Utilize technology to support teaching and learning.
• Complete all required documentation on time.

Skills

Commitment to equity and diversity

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Education

Master’s in relevant studies

Job description

Performance Responsibilities

Temporary, part-time faculty positions offer the opportunity to assist a diverse group of students in achieving their educational goals. As one of the largest community college districts in southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, career, and technical education programs. These part‑time positions are on an as‑needed basis and applicants should live within commuting distance to Orange County.

The primary responsibilities of part‑time faculty are to teach classes in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines. The faculty member will prepare and provide students with course outlines, materials, and lectures that support learning objectives set forth in the course syllabus; when requested, help develop, and measure learning outcomes as identified by the department; and assess student performance and maintain grade records.

Report assessment data on student learning outcomes, administrative unit outcomes, and/or student services outcomes.

Utilize the results of student learning outcomes assessment to make improvements in teaching and learning.

Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.

Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.

Follow the regulations, policies, and procedures of the college and district as published.

Complete all program/college/district reporting deadlines on time.

Complete and submit required documents in a timely manner.

Make use of technology and learning materials that are current, support the lesson, and enable students to engage with the material.

Establish and maintain a framework for regular and sustained contact with/among students if teaching distance education courses.

Teach classes during the scheduled time and at the assigned location.

Meet workload obligations.

Maintain accurate records.

May participate in curriculum review and program development.

Assignments may include day, evening, weekend, on-line and/or off‑campus classes.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Must meet one (1) of the following qualifications under (a) through (c):
   • (a) Master’s in African American Studies, Black Studies, Africana Studies, Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Chicana/o Studies, Asian American Studies, Native American Studies, or American Indian Studies OR
   • (b) Master’s in Ethnic Studies OR
   • (c) A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent of (a) or (b) above.
2. Commitment to equity and diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practices within an educational environment.