History Adjunct Assistant Professor Pool

Los Rios Community College District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time, temporary adjunct faculty position in History. The role involves teaching a variety of history courses, assessing student outcomes, and fostering an inclusive environment while maintaining professional standards. Applicants must have appropriate academic credentials and experience in equity-sensitive teaching.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits for employees

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in History or related field required.
• Focus on equity and fostering an inclusive environment.
• Professional development and up-to-date knowledge in teaching field critical.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes under supervision of the area dean.
• Assess student learning outcomes and maintain professional conduct.
• Participate in faculty governance and curriculum development.

Skills

Equity and responsiveness

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Professional development

Education

Master’s degree in History

Bachelor's degree in History AND a master's degree in related fields

Job description

History Adjunct Assistant Professor Pool

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Adjunct positions are filled as needed through ongoing recruitment. Applicants are contacted and hired year-round based on college needs.

Applicants in this pool will remain active for two years. After two years, applicants will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool.

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for:

• 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 teaching field
• Continuing professional development
• Utilizing current technology in job duties
• Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics
• Assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review
• Serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance
• Assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean

Position Salary Information: Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional experience (initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more details, please refer to the provided link.

Typical Duties include teaching courses across all levels in the discipline. Specific courses may vary by campus and include:

• HIST 305 Women in Western Civilization
• HIST 318 American Intellectual and Cultural History
• HIST 327 History of the Chicano/Mexican American

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in History; OR bachelor’s degree in History AND a master’s degree in Political Science, Humanities, Geography, Area Studies, Women’s Studies, Social Science, or Ethnic Studies; OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by the time of hire.
• Focus on equity, responsiveness, and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds of students, including those with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive environment.

Application Instructions:

• Complete and submit a Los Rios Community College District Application
• Resume or CV
• Letter of Interest
• Unofficial Transcripts from College/University

Note: Applications missing required documents will be disqualified. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of hire. Foreign transcripts require evaluation from authorized agencies.

As a Los Rios employee, you have access to comprehensive benefits.