Italian (Adjunct/Part-time)

Sierra College; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Sierra College in California invites applications for part-time faculty teaching positions across subject areas. Applications may be kept in the hiring pool for two years; interviews occur when a position opens; the number of openings varies by semester.

Responsibilities include presenting lecture/laboratory material, evaluating student performance, preparing syllabi, coordinating with colleagues, and participating in governance and student services.

Qualifications

• Present lecture/laboratory information clearly; use current examples and analogies to convey important concepts; provide instructional objectives to aid student learning.
• Develop quizzes, examinations, term papers, homework assignments, and laboratory projects to fairly evaluate student progress.
• Prepare syllabi and lesson plans; coordinate lectures with laboratory assignments; maintain currency in the field.
• Review and revise curriculum to meet student needs; coordinate with faculty to ensure course consistency.
• Attend district/division/department meetings; participate in governance bodies and committees; support program initiatives.
• Post regular office hours; acknowledge diverse student populations; participate in ceremonies and outreach.
• Participate in special programs related to instruction enhancement.

Responsibilities

• ESSENTIAL: Present lecture/laboratory information clearly; use current examples to convey concepts; provide objectives; outline major points.
• ESSENTIAL: Develop assessments and grade student work; advise on student performance; refer to student services as needed.
• ESSENTIAL: Review textbooks; prepare syllabi and lesson plans; coordinate with laboratories.
• ESSENTIAL: Review curriculum; work with faculty and advisory committees to meet needs; propose changes.
• ESSENTIAL: Attend meetings; participate in committees; support district governance and outreach.
• ESSENTIAL: Post office hours; promote inclusive teaching; support student success and ceremonies.
• ESSENTIAL: Participate in special programs related to instruction.

Education

Master’s in the language being taught

Bachelor’s in the language being taught

Master’s in another language or linguistics

the equivalent

Job description

In order to create a pool of qualified applicants, Sierra College accepts applications in all subject areas and conducts interviews for teaching positions throughout the year. Applications are kept in the hiring pool for a period of two years. The number of open positions varies from semester to semester. The Division Dean or Department Chair will contact you directly for an interview when a position becomes available. We appreciate your interest in Sierra College!

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Lecture/ Laboratory Presentation

ESSENTIAL: Present lecture/laboratory information and concepts in a clear and logical manner; use current examples and /or analogies to convey important concepts; provide instructional objectives to assist student learning; outline, summarize and emphasize major points; enhance presentations with visual aids, handouts, and demonstrations; answer student questions clearly; encourage student participation in classroom discussions.

Student Performance Evaluation

ESSENTIAL: Develop quizzes, examinations, term papers, homework assignments, projects, and laboratory assignments which fairly evaluate student progress in acquiring knowledge of subject material; monitor student activity during examinations and quizzes; read, evaluate, and grade student responses on examinations, quizzes, and projects; assign, read, and evaluate student homework assignments and projects; tabulate scores and assign official grades; advise students on matters regarding their academic performance; refer students to appropriate student services (e.g., Extended Opportunity Programs and Services [EOPS], the Learning Skills Center, Tutoring Center, Writing Center, etc.) for specialized testing and tutoring.

Lecture/ Laboratory Preparation

ESSENTIAL: Review and select textbooks appropriate for each course; further evaluate textbooks for cost and readability; read material to stay current in the field; develop supplemental materials for use in classroom and laboratory; develop syllabi for each course; prepare lesson plans for each class meeting, as appropriate; coordinate lectures with laboratory assignments, as applicable. PERIPHERAL: Maintain memberships in groups organized to maintain currency in various fields.

Curriculum Development

ESSENTIAL: Review and evaluate curriculum to meet student interests and needs; work with local businesses and advisory committees to meet employment needs; coordinate with regular and part time faculty members to enhance consistency of courses; evaluate and/or revise courses to meet changing needs; present proposals for curriculum changes to the Curriculum Committee and/or other appropriate shared governance bodies.

Shared Governance Activities

ESSENTIAL: Attend and participate in District, division, and department meetings; participate in Advisory Committee meetings, attend Board of Trustees and/or Strategic Council meetings, as necessary; represent department and/or division by serving on District-wide committees; serve on employee selection committees, as requested; serve on faculty peer evaluation committees, as requested. PERIPHERAL: Read minutes of shared governance bodies, Board of Trustees reports, and other written material to maintain knowledge of District activities; read and respond to information polls distributed by the Academic Senate and/or other shared governance bodies.

Student Services

ESSENTIAL: Post and hold regular office hours; acknowledge of diversity of student population and plan accordingly to include all students; provide students with a positive role model in terms of character and citizenship; participate in commencement and other student award ceremonies; provide students with letters of reference, as requested. PERIPHERAL: Promote articulation with feeder high schools and with transfer universities; encourage and assist students with internships and scholarship applications; invite guest speakers to share their on-the-job experiences; arrange field trips to enhance students' knowledge of job opportunities.

Special Programs

ESSENTIAL: Participate in special programs related to enhancement of instruction (e.g., Career fairs, Student Services outreach activities, etc).

• Master’s in the language being taught
• OR
• Bachelor’s in the language being taught
• AND
• Master’s in another language or linguistics
• OR
• the equivalent.

This position is a part-time faculty teaching assignment with the following salary rates: Part-Time/Adjunct Salary Schedule (Degree and years of acceptable teaching experience determine step placement)

Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, LiveScan, and tuberculosis examination as required. Verification of prior employment (teaching or work experience) may be needed to determine minimum qualifications met.