(Full-time) Ethnic Studies Instructor

Shasta College; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Shasta College in Redding, CA seeks an instructional faculty member to teach courses and laboratories, online and in-person, with a focus on student success and equitable outcomes. The role includes syllabus delivery, grading, and regular office hours aligned with the academic calendar.

The position starts at the beginning of the Spring 2027 semester and may teach at multiple campuses or online, with a competitive salary schedule and STRS retirement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an eligible ethnic studies field or equivalent.
• Ability to design and deliver courses across modalities.
• Commitment to equity and serving a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes and laboratories consistent with course outlines and district guidelines.
• Provide feedback to students promptly and manage timely grading.
• Offer online/hybrid instruction with regular student contact.
• Participate in governance, curriculum review, and professional development.

Skills

Course design

Online instruction

Student-centered teaching

Diversity awareness

Education

Master’s in African-American/Black/Africana Studies

Master’s in Ethnic Studies

The equivalent

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District (Shasta College) sits at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, surrounded by mountains to the north, east, and west. The area provides a wide array of outdoor amenities and activities with miles of hiking and biking trails, national parks, two lakes, and the Sacramento River. The main campus is located in the city of Redding, population 90,000. The area is characterized by excellent schools with high graduation rates, low traffic, and low housing prices (Zillow average 393,000 vs. California state average of 770,000). Shasta College is committed to providing its diverse student population with equitable education outcomes, contributing to the social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development of our communities. The college has been recognized as a leader in developing and implementing innovative education programs to increase student success, including accelerated pathways for high school students to achieve a bachelor's degree and for returning students to complete their Associate and Bachelor's degrees. Shasta College enrolls more than 11,000 students annually and provides educational services to students with a wide range of skills and abilities. Our ideal candidate is motivated to join a campus community prioritizing the success of our racially and socio-economically diverse staff and student population. Providing equitable outcomes so all members of our community may enjoy safe, healthy, and vibrant educational and employment environments is critical to our success. Teaching in the California Community College system offers a unique opportunity to empower students to improve their lives and communities. Our faculty engage with a diverse student population, facilitating equitable outcomes for all students seeking enrichment through our academic programs. As a faculty member at Shasta College, you will join a vibrant community of educators working together to provide a positive, healthy educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives. A career in teaching at Shasta College offers a highly rewarding and enriching employment experience.

DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Community College District is a collaborative and inclusive organization that strives for equity and equal opportunity and that serves a diverse student population. Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the full-time college instructor to teach classes and to participate in processes that will result in continuous improvement of instruction and programs, student success and completion, and advancement of the vision, mission, and values of Shasta College.

CLASSIFICATION

Placement on the current Faculty Salary Schedule is commensurate with previous education and experience. Full-time instructional faculty are contracted to work 175 days per year including 164 days of classroom instruction and 11 days of professional growth and development. Instructors enjoy up to 18 weeks off per year during the summer and winter intercessions. The Fall and Spring semesters each contain 17 weeks of instruction with approximately 82 instructional days. The Fall semester begins in late August and ends in mid-December. The Spring semester begins in mid-January and ends in mid-May. The number of hours worked in any given day during a semester will vary based on course schedules. The District's academic calendars, showing the start and end dates of each semester and District holidays are available at https://www.shastacollege.edu/academics/academic-calendars/. This position is Instructional faculty. Starting Salary: $65,087.95 - $106,711.83/year on the 2026-2027 Full-Time Faculty Salary Schedule. Salary Range: $65,087.95 - $138,153.86/year on the 2026-2027 Full-Time Faculty Salary Schedule. $2,000/year doctorate differential. State Teachers Retirement System (STRS). START DATE: This position is anticipated to start the beginning of the Spring 2027 semester. May be expected to teach at the Main Campus in Redding, at the Tehama Campus in Red Bluff, and/or online.

SUPERVISOR

Dean of Arts, Communications, and Social Sciences or designee

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities designated below are primary to the instructor role.

Classroom Responsibilities

Meet classes/laboratories as assigned within the academic calendar. Develop and implement instruction for each class and laboratory period, consistent with the official course outline and District guidelines. For online and hybrid courses, maintain online course components, including asynchronous or synchronous content delivery, as required by the teaching assignment. For online and hybrid courses, provide regular student‑student and student‑instructor contact. During the first week of class, distribute a syllabus for each course to communicate to students the course description, objectives, grading, testing, attendance, and other requirements, in accordance with District guidelines on syllabus content. Provide regular, timely feedback to students; return all graded work in a timely fashion. Assign final grades for courses as required by District policy, administrative procedures, California Education Code, and Title 5. Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws. Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner and with consideration of cost to the student. Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate. Supervise students in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructor’s load. Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours. Participate in professional development to remain current in the assigned discipline. Submit required administrative paperwork, including student learning outcomes in a timely and accurate manner. Discipline-specific classroom responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

Schedule and maintain office hour days and times and ensure that they are clearly communicated to students in all classes and to division staff. Participate in the process of participatory governance through District participatory, ad hoc, or advisory committees. Participate in the curriculum review process within established cycles; develop new courses in response to student or community needs. Participate in program review and annual planning within established cycles. Participate in selection (hiring) processes, as needed. Attend and participate in department and division meetings. Assess learning outcomes and participate in learning outcomes processes. Participate in required professional development activities that result in improved pedagogy leading to student success and completion. Continue to develop professional skills and remain current in subject matter knowledge. Meet all flex requirements as described in the faculty collective bargaining agreement. Participate in the evaluation process as described in the faculty collective bargaining agreement. Keep and submit official records required by District policy and administrative procedures. Abide by District policies concerning District property and safety. Report absences due to illness or for personal necessity to the supervising administrator. Recommend purchases of instructional supplies and equipment as needed. Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement. Discipline-specific additional responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population;
• Ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals;
• Ability to design and deliver courses, including those offered in different modalities (e.g., in-person, online, hybrid);
• Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency;
• Ability to assess student learning outcomes;
• Knowledge of and willingness to explore new technologies and teaching practices that would benefit students and programs;
• Experience that indicates a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical and learning disabilities;
• Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission.

Education Required

• Master’s in African-American/Black/Africana Studies or Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Chicana/o Studies, or Asian-American Studies, or Native American/ American Indian Studies
• Master’s in Ethnic Studies
• The equivalent

Preference given to African-American/Black/African Studies and Native American/American Indian Studies

Experience Required

• Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and/or learning disabilities.

EEO/DEI Statement

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District ("Shasta College") does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Shasta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.