Part Time Computer Information Systems (CIS) Instructor

Peralta Community College District (CA); Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Peralta Community College District seeks qualified Part-Time Faculty to provide high-quality instruction and student support in alignment with the District's mission of advancing equity, student success, and academic excellence. Part-time faculty deliver engaging, inclusive instruction that promotes learning while supporting diverse educational goals across the District's colleges.

Assignments are made on an as-needed basis and may include day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid classes at any

Qualifications

• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications established by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office.
• Transcripts (official or unofficial) must be provided to verify education and experience.
• Equivalency is available via a separate review process with the Equivalency Committee.
• Applicants must submit a complete application package including a cover letter, a résumé/CV, and transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved outlines and outcomes.
• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction using evidence-based practices.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate academic records.
• Submit grades and reports by deadlines.
• Create an inclusive, respectful learning environment for diverse students.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respond to inquiries.
• Utilize the LMS and instructional technologies as appropriate.
• Comply with district policies, CBAs, accreditation standards and regulations.
• Participate in department meetings and professional development.

Skills

Inclusive teaching

Student support

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Associate degree + 6 years experience

Tools

Learning management system

Instructional technologies

Job description

Peralta Community College District is seeking qualified Part-Time Faculty members to provide high-quality instruction and student support in accordance with the District's mission of advancing equity, student success, and academic excellence. Part-time faculty are responsible for delivering engaging, inclusive instruction that promotes student learning and achievement while supporting the diverse educational goals of the District's students.

Assignments are made on an as‑needed basis and may include day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid classes at any of the District's colleges.

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved course outlines and student learning outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver effective, student‑centered instruction using evidence‑based teaching practices.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Evaluate student performance in a timely and equitable manner and maintain accurate academic records.
• Submit grades and other required reports by established deadlines.
• Create an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respond promptly to inquiries.
• Utilize the District's learning management system and other instructional technologies as appropriate.
• Comply with District policies, collective bargaining agreements, accreditation standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Participate in department meetings, professional development, and other college activities as appropriate for part‑time faculty.

• Possession of any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, OR
• Possession of any associate degree and six years of professional experience.
• Understanding of, sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of Peralta Colleges’ students, faculty, staff and community.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as established by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office. Applicants are required to demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications by submitting official or unofficial transcripts and providing a complete and detailed record of relevant professional work experience in their application materials.

The District will review education and work history to determine whether minimum qualifications are met. Determinations are made in accordance with Title 5 regulations and District procedures. Official transcripts and additional verification of employment will be required upon offer of employment.

If experience is required in lieu of a master's degree:

For disciplines requiring a degree and professional experience, applicants must clearly describe how their education and work experience meet the stated minimum qualifications.

Equivalency

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications may apply for equivalency. Equivalency determinations are made through a separate review process in accordance with District procedures.

The Equivalency Committee will consider only those applicants who formally request equivalency consideration by submitting the Completed Equivalency Request Form. The form should be submitted to [e-mail] before the application close date. Be sure to attach detailed evidence, such as unofficial transcripts and/or other certifications that support the equivalency.

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

1. Transcripts ofALLcollege 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.

Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

All degrees and units used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from postsecondary institutions accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. If your degree/coursework is from a college or university outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. A partial list of agencies can be found at https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635). Transcripts or translations in English still require the evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

If needed to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy (front and back) of your fully satisfied, lifetime California Community College credential authorizing service in the appropriate discipline.

Please note, the District’s preferred method of communication with applicants is via e‑mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e‑mail address on your application, and check your e‑mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

Applicants will not be contacted unless selected for interview. Offer of employment to the persons selected for these positions is contingent upon: 1) submission of a current TB test clearance; 2) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 3) fingerprint clearance; and 4) submission of official transcripts indicating appropriate degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriate California Community College credential. 5) receipt of work verification required to meet minimum qualifications (if applicable).