Film Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Reedley College

State Center Community College; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in California seeks a part-time Film Instructor for ongoing recruitment. The role includes teaching various Film courses, adapting to diverse learning styles, evaluating student progress, and collaborating with faculty to enhance instruction. Ideal candidates will have a master’s degree in Film or a related field, along with a commitment to equity-minded teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Film/Cinema and Media Studies, or equivalent.
• Experience with diverse student populations.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Film courses in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.
• Evaluating student progress and maintaining classroom records.
• Submitting timely grading and evaluation reports.
• Follow curriculum outlines and use effective teaching methods.
• Assess student progress with tests and assignments aligned to objectives.
• Provide syllabi and maintain classroom records according to policy.
• Submit grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner.
• Teach assignments in varied settings and times as needed.
• Fulfill duties per Administrative Regulation 7122 and other duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability to diverse learning environments

Strong communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

Master’s degree in Film/Cinema and Media Studies or related field

Bachelor’s degree with Master’s in related field

Valid California Community College Credential or equivalent

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Overview

Film Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Reedley College — Continuous Recruitment. This posting has been created to establish an applicant pool for part-time faculty positions. Applications will be reviewed by members of the hiring department when vacancies arise.

Announcement Information: Reedley College is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion in student success. Reedley College seeks leaders who place students at the center of our work and participate in culturally relevant professional development to support a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teaching a part-time schedule of Film courses as assigned
• Using a variety of pedagogies and instructional delivery systems, including face-to-face, online, and/or hybrid formats, with appropriate technology integration
• Communicating effectively with students, faculty and staff
• Adhering to institutionally approved curriculum outlines of record and using effective teaching methods for the subject matter
• Evaluating student progress through tests, assignments, oral responses, etc., in line with course objectives
• Providing course syllabi to students and maintaining classroom records in accordance with District Policy
• Submitting all required grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner
• Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including classes as needed
• Fulfilling duties as required by Administrative Regulation 7122 and other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

All candidates must demonstrate responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community college students and commit to equity-minded practice in the classroom.

• Master’s degree in Film/Cinema and Media Studies, Film, Television, and Media Studies, Drama/Theater, Mass Communication; or
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the above and Master’s degree in Visual Studies, Media Studies, English, or Communication; or
• A valid California Community College Credential; or
• The equivalent education and/or experience (equivalency).

Note: If degrees listed on transcripts do not match exactly, you must petition for equivalency.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion into responsibilities
• Experience working with racially minoritized students and understanding historical patterns of exclusion in higher education
• Willingness to adapt instructional practices to better support diverse student populations
• Experience with diverse student populations and use of technology in instruction
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance instruction and student success
• Strong communication with students and staff; knowledge of current assessment methods; understanding of the community college mission

Additional Information

Application process for part-time faculty is governed by the hiring department. This position does not have a closing date; applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and will be placed into a continuous pool. Start dates may vary. If you are not interviewed/selected within 18 months, you may need to submit a new application.

State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. SCCCD EEO Plan is part of the employment process.

Required/Optional Documents

Required fields are indicated in the application interface.

• Transcripts (Unofficial copies accepted — must indicate conferred degree(s) supporting minimum qualifications)
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Certificates
• Licenses
• List of Professional References
• Evaluation Service Assessment (Foreign Transcript Evaluation)
• Additional Documents
• Letters of Recommendation