Instructor in Physics/Astronomy (Part-Time Pool)

Ventura County Community College District; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 26,873 - 34,685; Part time

Job summary

A community college district is seeking a part-time instructor in Physics/Astronomy. Responsibilities include providing academic instruction, advising students, and evaluating instructional materials. Candidates must hold a master's degree in a relevant field or a bachelor's plus a master's in another discipline. Compensation is based on a part-time faculty load, ranging from $2,408 to $3,108 per semester.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent teaching credential.
• Experience in teaching at a higher education level.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic instruction to students through lectures and labs.
• Advise and instruct students on programs of study and learning resources.
• Evaluate and select instructional materials and update course content.

Education

Master’s degree in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics

Bachelor's degree in physics or astronomy AND Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics

Job description

Instructor in Physics/Astronomy (Part-Time Pool)

Job Type: Part‑Time Faculty
Salary: See Position Description
Location: Districtwide (Ventura County, CA) – appointments may be at Oxnard College, Moorpark College, or Ventura College

Responsibilities

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher‑order thinking skills among students through appropriate assignments and activities in one‑on‑one, classroom, and distance‑mediated instructional settings.
• Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide timely feedback to student inquiries in class, online, or during office hours.
• Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with department, college, and district goals; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record.
• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner.
• Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software, and tools in collaboration with discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.
• Revise and update course content and materials of instruction in accordance with new theory, application, and industry developments within the discipline or area of specialization.
• Update syllabi; collaborate with discipline faculty on a regular basis to assess and revise measurable student performance indicators for each course.
• May participate in curriculum and program development; provide input 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 related activities.
• May provide work direction to others and perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics; OR Bachelor's degree in physics or astronomy AND Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics; OR possession of a valid California Community College Teaching Credential appropriate to the discipline.
• All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university.
• Experience and credentials that are not an exact title match may be considered equivalent after an equivalency review by the district.

Compensation

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

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. The Ventura County Community College District does not engage in employment practices that discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnic group identification, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and/or physical or mental disability.