History Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool - East Kern, Rising Scholars Program Opportunity

Kern Community College District; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 92,299; Part time

Job summary

A community college in California seeks a part-time History Instructor for its Rising Scholars program. The role includes teaching a variety of History courses and engaging in student recruitment activities. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's in History or a related field and demonstrate sensitivity to diverse academic backgrounds. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $67, with classes potentially held during day, evening, or weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Master's in History or related fields required.
• Demonstrated understanding of diverse academic backgrounds needed.
• Experience in curriculum development is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in a full range of History courses.
• Participate in student recruitment and articulation activities.
• Maintain subject matter currency and develop/revise curriculum.

Skills

Ability to work effectively with diverse students

Communication skills (oral and written)

Curriculum development

Familiarity with technology

Education

Master's in History

Bachelor’s in History AND Master’s in a related field

Job description

History Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool – East Kern, Rising Scholars Program Opportunity

Salary: $67.00 Hourly

Job Type: Temporary – Adjuncts

Job Number: FY21-22-00750

Location: Edwards/California City/Tehachapi (Rising Scholars), CA

Department: Basic Function

Please Note: Kern Community College District accepts applications for part-time, hourly faculty pools on a continuous basis. This allows the division to contact qualified applicants immediately when a need arises, without waiting for a period to advertise. If there is an interest and/or need within the specific department, applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted by respective department supervisors, deans, and/or division chairs. Applications submitted will remain active for up to two years.

Kern Community College District is soliciting applications for part-time, hourly adjunct instructors. The starting salary range is $67.00/hour; hourly rate may vary based on type of assignment and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. For more information, refer to the CCA collective bargaining agreement or your college HR office.

Representative Duties

The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in a full range of History courses.

• Participation in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the Social Science department;
• Maintaining subject matter currency;
• Developing and revising curriculum;
• Using computer and multimedia technology;
• Collegial participation in departmental, college and discipline‑specific professional activities.

This assignment may include using multiple teaching methodologies and teaching at other campus sites; day, evening, or weekend classes; large classes; distance learning classes; and classes for incarcerated students.

Here are links to sites providing a look into the inmate education program:

• Rising Scholars Education ProgramCCCC Rising Scholars Education Program

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's in History;
• OR Bachelor’s in History AND Master’s in Political Science, Humanities, Geography, area studies, women’s studies, social science, or ethnic studies;
• OR the equivalent. Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments in the field may be judged as equal to the stated minimum qualifications. Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications must request and submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form with supporting documents.
• A demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an evaluation service.

The screening of candidates will be conducted by a screening committee. The committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure an interview.

Knowledge & 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 develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities;
• 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 computers and willingness to explore new technologies that would benefit the program;
• Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission.

Special Instructions

Completed application packet must include:

• Completed Online Application for Employment form
• Current resume
• Copy of legible transcripts

It is the applicant's responsibility to redact (or remove) any personal information from all documents prior to uploading. This includes Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and any photos of the applicant.
Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the NACES or ACEI. A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.

EEO Statement

The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because the applicant is perceived to have one or more of the aforementioned characteristics.

The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

Application Information

All applicants must apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/3535179/history-instructor-part-time-adjunct-pool-east-kern-rising-scholars-program-o. Emails will not be accepted.