Full-Time Court Reporting Instructor

West Valley-Mission Community College District; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 97,318 - 157,048; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Sabbatical and other leaves

Retirement plan through CalSTRS

Job summary

A community college institution in Saratoga, California is seeking a Full-Time Court Reporting Instructor to teach courses and engage a diverse student population. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and experience in court reporting, demonstrating commitment to student success and curriculum development. This tenure-track position offers a competitive salary ranging from $97,318 to $157,048 annually and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Possess a bachelor's degree or higher and two years of related professional experience.
• Possess an associate degree and six years of related professional experience.
• Hold a valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for assigned courses and maintain student records.
• Post weekly office hours and assist students in achieving program success.
• Participate in departmental responsibilities and continuous improvement of student learning.

Skills

Teaching experience in court reporting programs

Understanding of diverse student backgrounds

Ability to teach stenographic theory

Ability to teach voice writing

Basic-to-intermediate computer-aided transcription skills

Curriculum development skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Associate degree with experience

California Community College Instructor’s Credential

Job description

Position Information

Position Title: Full-Time Court Reporting Instructor

Campus: West Valley College

Position Type: Full-time, tenure-track; 10-month academic year

Overview: West Valley College is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track instructor position in Court Reporting & Captioning. The successful candidate will teach courses in Court Reporting & Captioning and serve a diverse student population with a focus on historically excluded and marginalized groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for assigned courses, including preparation, in-class activities, evaluation of student work, and office hours as needed. Maintain currency in subjects taught and participate in SLO assessment to continuously improve student learning.
• Maintain accurate class and records; submit necessary reports (attendance, grades, rosters, schedules) and file syllabi for each course with the division offices.
• Post and maintain weekly office hours; provide each student with a current course syllabus including SLOs, procedures, requirements and grading policies as required by Title 5; refer students to appropriate college resources.
• Assist students with requirements for successful achievement in the program area; participate in institutional responsibilities essential to department, division, college and district programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education & Experience – Possess any one of the following:
  • Any bachelor’s degree or higher AND two years of related professional experience; OR
  • Any associate degree AND six years of related professional experience; OR
  • A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in the discipline; OR
  • The equivalent of the above.
• AND 2. Understanding of, and sensitivity to, diverse student backgrounds and the ability to address their needs.

Desired Qualifications

• At least two years teaching in a court reporting program
• Ability to teach StenEd Realtime stenographic theory
• Ability to teach voice writing or commitment to be trained to teach voice writing within two years of hire
• Ability to teach all levels of speed building and several academic courses offered in the program
• Basic-to-intermediate computer-aided transcription software knowledge
• Commitment to the profession evidenced by membership in professional organizations
• California CSR license or national court reporting certification in stenographic or voice writing (or demonstrated knowledge of Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 16, § 2411)
• Ability to develop/revise curriculum

Salary & Benefits

• Anticipated Hiring Range: $97,318 – $157,048 annually (10 months), based on academic achievement and experience.
• Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and dependents; long-term disability; life insurance; sabbatical and other leaves; sick leave; conference leaves; CalSTRS retirement; union affiliation.

Application Information

• Submit online all materials requested: online district application, supplemental questions, resume, unofficial transcripts, cover letter and/or references, and any requested licenses or certificates.
• Complete all sections of the online application; include supervisor contact information; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Do not send unrequested materials.
• Questions? Contact [e-mail]. (FAQs referenced in postings)

Equal Opportunity

West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer; nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, genetic information, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, citizenship status, and other protected statuses in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Special Instructions

Posting Number: FY22/23-322FT | Open Date: 01/22/2026 | Close Date: 02/23/2026 | Open Until Filled: No