Intro Chemistry Adjunct Instructor — Fall 2026

Contra Costa Community College District; Pleasant Hill (CA); On-site; USD 107,452 - 208,017; Part time

Job summary

Diablo Valley College seeks adjunct instructors for Fall 2026 to teach college-level Introductory Chemistry (CHEM-108). The role includes lecture and laboratory preparation, classroom management, and student assessment.

Successful applicants will demonstrate sensitivity to diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and the abilities of community college students.

Qualifications

• Teaches CHEM-108 with lecture and lab components.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds.
• Prepares and evaluates student work according to curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction per established curriculum and schedules.
• Create learning environment that fosters discussion and critical thinking.
• Evaluate student progress and assign grades.
• Hold office hours and meet with students outside class.
• Maintain professional conduct and up-to-date subject knowledge.
• Maintain accurate academic records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching chemistry

Classroom management

Student assessment

Curriculum alignment

Education

Master’s degree in chemistry

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biochemistry

Master’s degree in related fields (biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology, geochemistry)

California Community College Instructor Credential

Equivalency petition available

Tools

Laboratory equipment familiarity

Job description

Diablo Valley College seeks adjunct instructors for Fall 2026 to teach college-level Introductory Chemistry (CHEM-108). The role includes lecture and laboratory preparation, classroom management, and student assessment.

Successful applicants will demonstrate sensitivity to diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and the abilities of community college students.