Instructor in Ethnic Studies (Part-Time Pool)

Ventura County Community College System Office; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Ventura County Community College District is accepting applications for an on-going pool of Part-Time Instructors in Ethnic Studies to serve Oxnard, Moorpark, and Ventura colleges. The role supports diverse learners, with essential duties including instruction, advising, assessment, and curriculum updates.

Minimum qualifications require a Master’s in Ethnic Studies or related field, or an equivalent. Applications kept on file for Summer 2026 through Spring 2027 vacancies.

Qualifications

• Master's in Ethnic Studies or related field; or equivalent qualifications as defined by the district.
• All coursework must meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic instruction through lecture, lab, or seminars to diverse student groups.
• Advise students on programs of study and available support services.
• Assess and report student progress and maintain accurate course records.
• Revise course content to reflect new theory and industry developments.

Education

Master's in Ethnic Studies

Job description

Instructor in Ethnic Studies (Part-Time Pool)

Ventura County Community College District


Salary:

Job Type: Part-Time Faculty

Job Number: 2026-00078

Location: Districtwide (Ventura County CA), CA

Department: Districtwide

Closing: Continuous

Description


We are accepting applications on an on-going basis for futureconsideration for part-time instructors in this discipline at anyof our three colleges (Oxnard, Moorpark, and Ventura). Applicationssubmitted to this pool will be kept on file for the Summer2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 semesters and may beconsidered if a vacancy becomes available within the academicyear.

If you have applied to previous pools in this discipline, you willneed to apply to this pool to continue to be considered.


WHAT YOU'LL DO
Under the general direction of a dean, an Instructor(Non-Contract/Temporary) provides comprehensive classroominstruction to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose offacilitating the attainment of their academic or vocationalobjectives. In accordance with the provisions of Education Codesections 87482.5, Instructors (Non-Contract/Temporary) may beemployed up to 67% of a full-time assignment.

WHO WE ARE
The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a publiccommunity college district serving residents throughout VenturaCounty. VCCCD's three colleges - Moorpark College, Oxnard College,and Ventura College - offer programs for transfer to four-yearcolleges and universities; career technical training, basic skillsinstruction; as well as community service, economic development,and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, andskills improvement.

The Ventura County Community College District recognizes that adiverse community of faculty, staff, and administrators promotesacademic excellence and creates an inclusive educational and workenvironment for its employees, contractors, students, and thecommunity it serves. With the understanding that a diversecommunity fosters multicultural awareness, promotes mutualunderstanding and respect, and provides role models for allstudents, VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverseand qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff memberswho are dedicated to the success of all college students.

The Ventura County Community College District does not engage inany employment practice that discriminates against any employee orapplicant for employment on the basis of ethnic groupidentification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status,ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex,religion, transgender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteranstatus, and/or physical or mental disability.

Representative Duties


Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, orperformance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities,communication skills, and higher order thinking skills amongstudents through appropriate assignments and activities inone-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructionalsettings. E

Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, otherinstitutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, andeffective study skills; refer students to support services,programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.E

Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting courseobjectives and student learning outcomes through assignments,projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in atimely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or duringestablished consultation office hours.E

Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlinesand student learning outcomes to maximize student learning inalignment with department, college, and district goals; implementthe student performance objectives as listed on the official courseoutline of record. E

Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment,attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, andstudent learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reportsrelated to course and student progress in a timely manner.E

Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks,manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, withdiscipline faculty; order instructional materials according tocampus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.E

Revise and update course content and materials of instruction inaccordance with new theory, application, and industry developmentswithin the discipline or area of specialization.E

Update syllabi; collaborate with discipline faculty on a regularbasis to assess and revise measurable student performanceindicators for each course. E

May participate in curriculum and program development; may provideinput into the development of student learning outcomes.

May attend and participate on committees and in department,division, campus, and district meetings.

May participate in articulation and matriculation relatedactivities.

May provide work direction to others.

Perform related duties as assigned.

E = Essential Duties

Minimum Qualifications


Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for thediscipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Boardof Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Facultyand Administrators in California Community Collegeshandbook.

Master's in African-American/Black/Africana Studies or LatinoStudies, La Raza Studies, Chicana/o Studies, or Asian-AmericanStudies, or Native American/American Indian StudiesOR Master's in Ethnic Studies ORthe equivalent*; OR possession of an appropriateCalifornia Community College Credential.

All coursework must be from a recognized accredited collegeor university.

If you have competed your education at an institutionoutside of the United States, please see the section below titled"Foreign Transcripts" for additional information.

*EQUIVALENCY
The Ventura County Community College District, in its desire toselect outstanding faculty members from the largest possible poolof qualified applicants, recognizes the fact that candidates mayattain expertise in a discipline through a variety of means.Certain combinations of education, experience and otheraccomplishments in the field may be judged by the District as equalto the stated minimum qualifications for this position. Candidateswhose transcripts do not list the title of their degree exactly aslisted above, but feel they possess such equivalent qualificationsare encouraged to complete and submit the Supplemental Questionnairefor Equivalency (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) with theirapplication for review by the Districtwide EquivalencyCommittee.

Example:
Minimum Qualifications state: "Master's degree inagriculture".
Candidate's transcripts state: "Master's degree in agriculturalscience".

Since the degree on the candidate's transcripts inthe example do not EXACTLY MATCH the degree listed in the minimumqualifications section, this candidate MUST complete the Supplemental Questionnairefor Equivalency (Download PDF reader) in order to be considered(DownloadPDF reader). When completing the form, be sure to explainin detail how your qualifications are equivalent to the requiredminimum qualifications. Do not assume that you do not need tosubmit a Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency because yourdegree is similar to a degree stated in the minimum qualifications.Degree titles that are not an exact match will not beconsidered outside of the equivalencyprocess.The equivalency review is an independentprocess for district wide disciplines that is separate from therecruitment process to fill a vacancy. A subcommittee of disciplineexperts that is coordinated by an Academic Senate President willreview the equivalency materials and make a recommendation as towhether or not the applicant demonstrated they have qualificationsthat are equivalent to those shown in the minimum qualificationssection of the job posting. For disciplines that are unique to aspecific campus the equivalency may be done by the hiring committeealong with an Academic Senate President. Please be aware that thehiring committee may not be able to wait for the results from theequivalency review due to various time constraints and may need tomove forward with the recruitment process.

For further details regarding equivalency and the criteria bywhich equivalency may be granted, please review VCCCDBoard Policy 7211 and VCCCD Administrative Policy7211.

Supplemental Information


SELECTION PROCESS
If a vacancy in this discipline becomes available at one of thecampuses, the applications in this pool will be reviewed by thehiring department. Only complete application packets that includethe required documents and that meet the minimum qualifications (orthat have been determined to possess equivalent qualifications)will be reviewed. The candidates deemed most qualified for theposition will be invited to an interview. When completing theapplication and the supplemental questions, it is important tooutline in detail your education, training (classes, seminars,workshops), and experience. You will be evaluated based upon theinformation provided.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
If you need assistance using the online application system pleasecontact the GovernmentJobs.com applicant support line at [phone] between the hours of 6 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time, Mondaythrough Friday.

All applicants, including previous and current VCCCDemployees, mustsubmit the following documents with their application in order tobe considered. Please be aware that the hiring committee will NOThave access to materials kept in District personnel files, such astranscripts, and such materials will not be considered unless theyare included in your application packet. All requireddocuments must be submitted by the applicant. You maysubmit a new application once every 24 hours, but it must have allof the attachments as listed below. Failure to submit thesematerials may result in disqualification. Please note that only themost recent application submitted will be considered.

1. A completed Ventura County Community CollegeDistrict/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application.

• All sections of the application must be filled out. Resumes arenot a substitute for completing the "Work Experience"section of the employment application.

2. Cover Letter.

• The cover letter of must include the following: A) the date,your name, and the position and locations for which you areapplying, B) address your sensitivity to and understanding of thediverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability, andethnic backgrounds of community college students, and C) providethe screening committee with an understanding of how you willcontribute as a fully participating member of the VCCCDcommunity.

3. Resume

4. Letters of recommendation (recommended, notrequired)

• If you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they shouldbe uploaded with your application materials. We will not acceptconfidential letters of recommendation.

5. Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (ifapplicable)

• See the section titled "Equivalency" under the minimumqualifications above.

6. Complete official or unofficial college/universitytranscripts

• Transcripts must show the degree title and the date thedegree was conferred, or the degree will not be consideredfor the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications.Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu oftranscripts. If the qualifying degree has yet to beconferred and you expect to have the degree before you beginemployment, you must submit transcripts that state the title of thedegree you are working toward obtaining and indicate theanticipated completion date in your response to the associatedsupplemental question provided during the application process.An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon beinghired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working untilofficial transcripts have been received.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS
If you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that isnot recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher EducationAccreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, youmust include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript withyour application materials if you wish for us to consider thecoursework. Visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or theU.S.Department of Education to search for institutions that arerecognized as accredited. If you need your transcripts evaluated,please review the list of agenciesapproved for foreign transcript evaluation(DownloadPDF reader). If applicable, an official copy of your foreigntranscript evaluation will also be required upon hire.

PAY PHILOSOPHY
Starting salaries for PT Faculty are based on educationalachievement and relevant experience. Initial placement is withinthe starting salary range. Further advancements are based onlongevity and educational growth. Please review the Explanation of SalaryPlacement for Part-Time Faculty (Download PDFreader) for more information.

STARTING SALARY
Part-time faculty with classroom assignments are paid between$2,408 and$3,108 per semester per 10%load.

Part-time faculty salaries are governed by the collectivebargaining agreement between the Ventura County Federation ofCollege Teachers, AFT, Local 1828, AFL-CIO and the Ventura CountyCommunity College District. More information can be found in theAFT contract.

Please be aware that we will require verification of all part-timeteaching experience for which you wish to receive credit towardplacement on the salary schedule. You will have 30 days to provideverification upon receipt of the offer of employment. Verificationmust come from the human resources department and state thepercentage of full-time-equivalent assignment you worked during thespecified time period.

ACCOMMODATIONS
Individuals who are invited to participate in the interview processwho require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, mustnotify the Ventura County Community College District HumanResources Department in writing at least two business days prior tothe interview. Those applicants needing such accommodations shoulddocument this request in an email to https://mail.google.com/mail/?view=cm&fs=1&tf=1&to=[e-mail]$[e-mail]">[e-mail] include an explanation as to the type and extent ofaccommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

For more information about the recruitment process at VCCCD,including responses to Frequently Asked Questions, please visit ourAcademic Careers page.



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