PART-TIME ETHNIC STUDIES INSTRUCTOR

Foothill-De Anza Community College District; Los Altos Hills (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Foothill-De Anza Community College District in Los Altos Hills, CA seeks a Part-Time Ethnic Studies Instructor to teach courses in Ethnic Studies, including Asian American, Chican/Latinx, African American, Native American, and Comparative Ethnic Studies.

Responsibilities include instructional duties for part-time faculty, evaluating student work, timely grading, and participation in program assessment and staff development activities. Online teaching possible.

Qualifications

• Master’s in ethnic studies or related field required.
• Diversity sensitivity and inclusive communication required.
• Interdisciplinary or equivalent credentials may suffice.”

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more Ethnic Studies courses (Asian American, Chican/Latinx, African American, Native American, etc.).
• Evaluate and assess student work and submit grades in a timely manner.
• Participate in college/district professional activities and assessment processes.

Skills

Diversity sensitivity

Education

Master’s degree in Ethnic Studies or related field

Master’s in American Studies/Ethnicity or related fields

Interdisciplinary studies (equivalent)”

Job description

PT Ethnic Studies Foothill-De Anza Community College District in Los Altos Hills, CA

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time Category: Ethnic and Multicultural Studies PT Ethnic Studies

Foothill-De Anza Community College District

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Part-Time Faculty

Job Number: PTF05096

Location: District, CA

Department: Temp Pool

Closing: Continuous

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Description

PART-TIME ETHNIC STUDIES INSTRUCTOR

Duties and responsibilities of the position include standard duties expected of all part-time faculty including the performance of instructional duties as assigned, evaluation and assessment of student work, and timely submission of grades. In addition, part-time faculty are expected to participate in the assessment of their performance, including administrative and student evaluations.

Part-time faculty may also have opportunities to participate in various campus and staff development activities and are encouraged to be involved in the larger College or District community. Part-time faculty may be eligible to receive additional pay for office hours, additional assignments, and professional development events.

Teach one or more courses in the areas of Ethnic Studies, including Asian American Studies, Chican/Latinx Studies, African American Studies, Native American/Indigenous Studies, and Comparative Ethnic Studies.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environment: Indoor office environment. Online Learning Management Systems remote environment if teaching online classes.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Vision sufficient to read various materials.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform the tasks required of the position.
• Regularly stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Bending at waist, kneeling, or crouching.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.
• Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs.
• Dexterity sufficient to deliver computer-based instruction as required by remote learning if teaching online classes.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals on a case-by-case basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's in the ethnic studies field OR
• A master's in American Studies/Ethnicity, Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Central American Studies, Latin American Studies, Cross Cultural Studies, Race and Ethnic Relations, Asian-American Studies, or African-American Studies OR the equivalent*
• OR see Interdisciplinary Studies
• Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.

SALARY RANGE

Actual placement is based on applicant's verified education and experience.

For the complete Faculty Salary Schedule, go to:http://hr.fhda.edu/_faculty-information.html