Gerontology Adjunct Assistant Professor

American River College; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

American River College seeks qualified candidates for a part-time adjunct faculty position teaching Gerontology courses in the Sacramento area. The adjunct instructor will teach assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean, help students reach their learning goals, assess outcomes, and maintain up-to-date expertise in the field.

Responsibilities include course delivery, involvement in articulation and curriculum review, serving on college committees, and contributing to student

Qualifications

• Master’s in Gerontology, Psychology, or Sociology, OR the equivalent; accredited degree required by hire.
• Equity-minded focus and ability to foster inclusive environment for diverse students.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; sponsorship not provided.
• Do not submit applications with 'see resume' or 'see transcripts' notes.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean.
• Help students fulfill their potential in mastering course content.
• Assess student learning outcomes and maintain up-to-date knowledge.
• Participate in articulation, curriculum development and review.
• Serve on college committees and participate in faculty governance.

Education

Master’s in Gerontology, Psychology, or Sociology, OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.

Equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds; inclusive environment.

Authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.; no sponsorship provided.

Applications with 'see resume' or 'see transcripts' will be disqualified.

Job description

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupation al experience per the(the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• GERON 303 - Introduction to Social Gerontology: Aging in Contemporary Society
• GERON 305 - Introduction to Geropsychology and the Aging Brain
• GERON 306 - Health, Wellness, and the Aging Process

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in Gerontology, Psychology, or Sociology, OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
• Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
• Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications that state “see other documents” such as “see resume” or “see transcripts,” will be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.

Los Rios Community College District offers competitive salaries and a very comprehensive employee benefits package to include medical insurance, CalSTRS retirement, and opportunities for additional insurance and financial investments.