History Instructor (Reedley College) Part-Time Faculty Pool

SCCCD International Education; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Reedley College seeks a History Instructor for a part-time faculty pool to teach World Civilizations, Western Civilizations, United States History, and related courses on campus in Reedley, California.

The position emphasizes innovative pedagogy, use of technology, effective communication with students, and adherence to curriculum outlines while maintaining proper records and timely grading. Open until filled; start dates vary.

Qualifications

• Master’s in history is required.
• Bachelor’s in history and a master’s in political science, humanities, geography, area studies, women’s studies, social science or ethnic studies qualifies.
• A valid California Community College credential is acceptable.
• Equivalent education and/or experience (equivalency) accepted.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory survey courses in World Civilizations, Western Civilizations, United States History, and related subjects.
• Use a variety of teaching methods and integrate technology for in-person, online, and hybrid formats.
• Communicate effectively with students and assess progress through tests and assignments.
• Provide course syllabi and maintain classroom records per district policy.
• Submit grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner.
• Comply with Administrative Regulation 7122 and department expectations.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Education

Master’s in history

Bachelor’s in history AND master’s in political science, humanities, geography, area studies, women’s studies, social science or ethnic studies

A valid California Community College credential

The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency)

Job description

History Instructor (Reedley College) Part‑Time Faculty Pool

Campus Location: Reedley College

This is a part‑time position.

Open until filled. Start dates may vary.

Essential Functions of Position

• Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position and currency in teaching history.
• Include teaching introductory survey courses in World Civilizations, Western Civilizations, United States History, and other courses as needed.
• Using a variety of pedagogies and integrating a wide range of instructional delivery systems including innovative and creative uses of technology for face‑to‑face, on‑line, and/or hybrid formats.
• Communicating effectively with students.
• Using effective teaching methods appropriate to the subject matter, adherence to institutionally approved curriculum course outlines of record.
• Evaluating student progress through tests and examinations, written assignments, oral responses, etc. in keeping with course objectives.
• Providing course syllabi to students.
• Maintaining classroom records in accordance with District Policy.
• Turning in all required student grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner; and
• Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122.

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

• A valid California Community College credential;

OR

• The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).

All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practice within the classroom.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience teaching World Civilizations, Western Civilizations, and United States History courses at the Community College or University level;
• Related work and professional experience;
• Experience in computer assisted instruction and other instructional technologies;
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration;
• Ability to develop new and current curriculum and focus on student learning outcomes to improve student learning;
• Experience working with students of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds;
• Recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusions of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
• Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
• Potential for contribution to institutional vitality and growth; and
• Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.

Salary and Benefits

Starting rates are $45.49 – $61.78 for lecture and $38.67 – $52.55 for lab. Sick leave accrual is based on assignment hours.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

• Transcripts (Unofficial copies accepted - must indicate conferred degree(s) that support the minimum qualifications)
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents:

• Certificates
• Licenses
• List of Professional References
• Evaluation Service Assessment (Foreign Transcript Evaluation)
• Additional Documents
• Letters of Recommendation

Contact Information

1171 Fulton Street, Fresno, CA 93721

Phone: [phone]