Noncredit Social Science Associate (Part-time) Instructor Pool 2024 - 2025

MiraCosta College; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking part-time instructors for its Noncredit Social Science Associate program. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse student body and contribute to their educational journey. Instructors will be responsible for developing course materials, delivering lectures, and providing feedback to students. The position allows for flexible scheduling, accommodating days, evenings, or weekends, and is ideal for those passionate about teaching and committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment. Join a forward-thinking college dedicated to diversity, equity, and student success.

Benefits

Sick Leave

Retirement Benefits (CalSTRS)

Health Insurance Option

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any social science or valid California Community College Credential required.
• Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds of community college students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop instructional materials and teach courses effectively.
• Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate course records.

Skills

Teaching Methods

Student Assessment

Diversity Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Science

California Community College Credential

Tools

Course Management Software

Educational Technologies

Job description

Noncredit Social Science Associate (Part-time) Instructor Pool 2024 - 2025

Before applying, be sure to read the “Application Procedure” section below.

Posting Summary

Job Title: Noncredit Social Science Associate (Part-time) Instructor Pool 2024 - 2025

Type of Assignment: Part-Time Faculty

Assignment Category: Temporary Assignment

The college is accepting applications to build a pool of instructors for possible future part-time assignments at all locations. The department chairperson or designee will review applications only if vacancies become available.

Instructors may be assigned to any campus or authorized facility. Assignments may include days, evenings, or weekends.

Applications are valid through June 30, 2025, at which time they will expire. A new posting for this pool will be posted on July 1, 2025, and those still interested will need to reapply at that time.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:

MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all associate faculty employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee’s regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.

Associate faculty who have a fully online assignment with the District must reside within the state of California, but may live beyond two-hundred (200) road miles from their designated District worksite without requiring the exception detailed below.

The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.

Location: Oceanside, Cardiff, and/or Carlsbad, California

Student Demographics: MiraCosta College serves a diverse student population. The credit student population in Fall 2023 is as follows: by ethnicity, 42% Latinx, 8% Asian, 3% Black/African American, 1% Middle Eastern or North African, 1% Pacific Islander, 0% American Indian/Alaska Native, 35% White, 8% two or more races, and 2% unknown; by gender, 56% female, 41% male, 1% nonbinary, and 2% unknown; and by age category (average age 25.7), 64% ages under 17-24, 25% ages 25-39, and 10% age 40 and over.

The noncredit student population in Fall 2023 is as follows: by ethnicity, 53% Latinx, 11% Asian, 2% Black/African American, 1% Middle Eastern or North African, 0% Pacific Islander, 0% American Indian/Alaska Native, 26% White, 1% two or more races, and 6% unknown; by gender, 67% female, 27% male, 0% nonbinary, and 6% unknown; and by age category (average age 45.7), 19% ages under 17-24, 28% ages 25-39, and 53% age 40 and over.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA): MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an educational environment that affirms and supports diversity in its faculty, staff, and administration. The college’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility is expressed in the policy found at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/board-of-trustees/_docs/3400BP-Inclusion-Diversity-Equity-Accessibility.pdf.

The college was designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution ( HSI ) in 2013. This designation reflects the great responsibility that MiraCosta has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community.

About the Department:

Continuing Education: MiraCosta College offers a wide variety of tuition-free noncredit courses at the Community Learning Center in Oceanside and at several locations throughout Oceanside and Carlsbad.

Compensation: $87.60 to $101.54 per hour. Compensation is based on education. To view the current Associate (part-time) Faculty Salary Schedule, go to https://jobs.miracosta.edu and select “Salary Schedules” to the left on the navigation bar.

Employees must make arrangements for the direct deposit of paychecks into the financial institution of their choice, via electronic fund transfer.

• Sick leave
• Retirement benefits under the California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS)
• Health insurance option for qualifying associate faculty assignments
• Free and confidential employee assistance program
• Wellness Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

Application Procedure:

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following:

1. An application.
2. A cover letter discussing methods, theories, or technologies especially relevant to your teaching style and describing any qualifications not evident in your resume or curriculum vitae.
3. A resume/CV summarizing your educational background and experience.
4. Transcripts of ALL college degrees/coursework needed to qualify for this position; unofficial or legible copies are acceptable but must indicate that the degree(s) has been conferred, if applicable.

Minimum Qualifications:

The transcripts you are attaching to provide evidence that you meet the minimum qualifications below must state the degree title, major, and date awarded.

Bachelor’s degree in any social science, as appropriate for the course;

OR a valid appropriate California Community College Credential in the discipline area;

OR the equivalent*.

AND have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

*Applicants wishing to claim equivalence to the minimum qualifications should follow the instructions and guidelines at https://www.miracosta.edu/governance/equivalency-committee/_docs/equivalency-instructions.pdf.

Essential Duties:

1. Plan, organize and develop instructional materials including presentations, lectures, demonstrations, homework assignments, laboratory exercises and project assignments consistent with approved course outlines; teach courses utilizing sound pedagogical methods and instructional strategies most appropriate to communicating subject matter to students to meet learning objectives; modify, as necessary, instructional methods to meet diverse student needs.
2. Provide prompt feedback on student assignments; evaluate student performance fairly and consistently; assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with district standards, policies and procedures.
3. Be available to students by telephone, email, course learning management system, or personal conference to answer questions and provide encouragement and assistance in completing course assignments and projects.
4. Maintain accurate and complete course records as required by law, regulations and district policies and procedures; record student attendance and other data using course management software.
5. Maintain the confidentiality of student information.
6. Contribute to maintaining a collegial environment and collaborate with department chairs and other faculty.
7. Play an active role in campus life; attend faculty and staff meetings; participate in activities that contribute to the educational goals of the college and its constituents.
8. Meet professional responsibilities in accordance with contractual obligations.

Other Duties:

1. Stay current in academic or program discipline, including maintaining licensure, certification or continuing education requirements where appropriate.
2. May make arrangements for and lead field trips and attendance at other events associated with course of study.
3. Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

1. Theory, concepts, principles, techniques and conventions applicable to assigned academic disciplines.
2. Teaching and instructional techniques and strategies applicable to student learning.
3. Trends, developments and uses of educational technologies including online learning.
4. State education code, Title 5 and other applicable laws related to curriculum requirements.
5. Instructional and tutorial techniques and methods applicable to a diverse range of students.
6. District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
7. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work.

Ability to:

1. Clearly convey, interpret and explain theories, principles and relevant content of assigned academic disciplines to a diverse student population.
2. Employ available instructional technologies in ways that maximize student learning.
3. Encourage the development of critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills.
4. Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly.
5. Examine the effectiveness of teaching methodologies being used.
6. Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit grade and attendance records according to established deadlines.
7. Maintain the confidentiality of student information.
8. Meet all teaching and other scheduled responsibilities.
9. Stay abreast of current scholarship and other developments in assigned academic fields.
10. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
11. Operate a computer and standard business software.
12. Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and disability issues.
13. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

Physical Effort:

Primarily sedentary with intermittent standing, walking, bending and stooping; occasional light lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to work at a computer.

Emotional Effort:

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and communications with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds.

Working Conditions:

Primarily classroom and business office environments; subject to frequent public contact and interruption.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).