Part-Time Chemistry Instructor (Pool)

West Valley-Mission Community College District

Saratoga (CA)

On-site

USD 38,464 - 55,582

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A community college in California is seeking a Part-Time Chemistry Instructor to join their faculty pool. This role requires providing engaging instruction in chemistry, maintaining student records, and collaborating with colleagues. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in chemistry or a Bachelor's degree combined with a higher qualification in related fields. Strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of diverse student backgrounds are essential for this position, which offers a flexible work schedule and competitive pay.

Qualifications

Must have a valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in chemistry.
Experience in teaching courses at the college level is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction for assigned courses.
Maintain accurate records for attendance and grades.
Consult with students outside scheduled class time.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Knowledge of general inorganic and organic chemistry

Ability to teach effectively

Education

Master's degree in chemistry

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or biochemistry

Job description

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APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested, including: (1) A completed online West Valley-Mission Community College District application; (2) Resume; (3) Unofficial copies of transcripts; (4) District Equivalency Application, if applicable; and (5) Any requested licenses or certificates, if applicable.
All sections of the online application, including Education and Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly.
Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in the application.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Do NOT send unrequested materials. Unrequested materials will be removed from your application and will not be used for consideration of employment.
The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form carefully and completely.

ABOUT TRANSCRIPTS:

If a minimum requirement is possession of a degree, then a copy of transcripts is required to be included with your application to verify the degree being awarded. If no transcripts are included or the transcript does not show a degree conferred AND degree conferred date, the application may be screened as not meeting minimum requirements.
Degrees must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.
Candidates with degrees earned outside of the United States must provide official certification of equivalency to U. S. degrees by a certified U. S. credential review service, must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course of the transcripts) and must be submitted with this online application.
If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript, you can get it scanned at an office supply or copy store, then attach the electronic version of your transcript to this online application.
Copies of diplomas, grade reports, graduation petitions, transcript evaluations requests, or similar documents WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of transcripts.
When uploading transcripts, please ensure they are NOT encrypted, secured, or password-protected or they will be rejected by the system.

EQUIVALENCY INFORMATION:

ONLY complete the Request for Equivalency application if degree does not match discipline(s) stated in the Minimum Qualifications.
List accurately and completely the courses taken that match requirements of the required degree.
Do NOT attach documents such as course evaluations.

For reasonable accommodations and assistance, contact:
Office of Human Resources, Attn: Recruitment
14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070
Phone: (408) 741-2174 Fax: (408) 741-2564
Email: careers@wvm.edu

POSITION INFORMATION

Position Title: Part‑Time Chemistry Instructor (Pool)

Campus: West Valley College

POSITION SUMMARY INFORMATION

PART - TIME , ASSOCIATE FACULTY POOL

Applications for Part‑Time, Associate Faculty pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as‑needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

ASSIGNMENT

This position is a part‑time position as an Associate Instructor in Chemistry. The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture‑discussion courses during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an on‑line/distance education format. The assignments are as needed, during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is represented by the West Valley‑Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT/AFT Local 6554).

Work location: West Valley College, Saratoga, CA

Salary and Benefits

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full‑time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $38,464 – $55,582 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education – Possess any one of the following:
- Master’s degree in chemistry; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biochemistry AND master’s degree in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology, or geochemistry; OR
- A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in chemistry; OR
- The equivalent of the above.
2. Understanding of, and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socio‑economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.

Desired Qualifications

Possess strong interpersonal communication skills in order to coordinate course contents and methods with other instructors and lab technicians in our programs.
Experience with innovative chemistry experiments, especially those involved in analysis of data.
Ability to teach effectively and to communicate well with students from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds, both in and out of the classroom.
Knowledge of a variety of instructional approaches, techniques and strategies.
Thorough knowledge of general inorganic and organic chemistry.
Ability to conduct laboratory sessions with large numbers of students in a safe and effective manner.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in‑class activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on‑line, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college.
Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports.
Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.
Maintain office hours each week, at 0.5 hours per week per section.
Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college.
Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook.
Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.
Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members’ area of expertise.
Work cooperatively within the college community.
Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community.
Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of each individual.

Selection Process

Applications will be screened by appropriate department representatives on an as‑needed basis. Qualified applicants who best meet the needs of the division will be contacted for an interview.
Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.
Applications will remain in our online system for 1 year. Each year, part‑time pools will be refreshed and applicants will be notified of the opportunity to re‑submit application.
Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.
The District reserves the right to contact former, current, the most recent employers, and others to investigate past employment records of applicants.
Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.
Prior to employment, the selected candidate must submit official transcripts.
The district does not provide visa sponsorship.

EEO STATEMENT

West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforce who will contribute to an inclusive and welcoming educational and employment environment. The District is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, and medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Posting Number: FY22/23-023POOL

Open Date: 03/18/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

Requisition Specific Questions

* Please provide a brief statement that demonstrates your experience/ability to effectively teach or work with individuals with diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please provide a brief summary of your area(s) of expertise and recent teaching experience. Please list in chronological order courses in chemistry you have taught and state at which institutions each course was taught. If you were not the instructor of record (i.e. if you were a graduate‑student teaching assistant), please state and describe your specific duties.
(Open Ended Question)

Required Documents