Part Time Ethnic Studies Instructor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Peralta Community College District seeks qualified Part-Time Faculty to provide high-quality instruction aligned with student learning outcomes across day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid classes at any of the District's colleges.

Assignments are made on an as-needed basis. Minimum qualifications require a Master’s degree in ethnic studies or related fields, with equivalency options as defined by the district.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in ethnic studies or related cross-cultural fields as specified in minimum qualifications.
• Equivalent qualifications may be accepted per district policy.
• Interdisciplinary Master’s degree or combination of disciplines with cross-cutting coursework.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved outlines and student learning outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver effective, student-centered instruction using evidence-based 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 deadlines.
• Create an inclusive, respectful 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.
• Comply with District policies and accreditation standards.
• Participate in department meetings and professional development for part-time faculty.

Skills

Student-centered instruction

Evidence-based teaching

Course development

Assessment and grading

Education

Master’s degree (ethnic studies)

Master’s degree in interdisciplinary area

Master’s degree in related discipline

Graduate coursework in multiple disciplines

Tools

Learning management systems

Job description

Class Purpose

Peralta Community College District is seeking qualified Part-TimeFaculty members to provide high-quality instruction and studentsupport in accordance with the District's mission of advancingequity, student success, and academic excellence. Part-time facultyare responsible for delivering engaging, inclusive instruction thatpromotes student learning and achievement while supporting thediverse 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

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

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved courseoutlines and student learning outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver effective, student-centered instructionusing evidence-based teaching practices.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials,assignments, and assessments.
• Evaluate student performance in a timely and equitable mannerand maintain accurate academic records.
• Submit grades and other required reports by establisheddeadlines.
• Create an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learningenvironment for students from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respondpromptly to inquiries.
• Utilize the District's learning management system and otherinstructional technologies as appropriate.
• Comply with District policies, collective bargainingagreements, accreditation standards, and applicable federal andstate regulations.
• Participate in department meetings, professional development,and other college activities as appropriate for part-timefaculty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a Master’s degree in the ethnic studies fieldOR
• Possession of a master’s degree in American Studies/Ethnicity,Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Central American Studies, LatinAmerican Studies, Cross Cultural Studies, Race and EthnicRelations, Asian-American Studies, or African-American StudiesOR
• The equivalent OR
• Possession of a Master's degree in the interdisciplinary areaOR
• Possession of a Master's degree in one of the disciplinesincluded in the interdisciplinary area and upper division orgraduate course work in at least one other constituentdiscipline
• Understanding of, sensitivity to and respect for the diverseacademic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnicbackgrounds of Peralta Colleges’ students, faculty, staff andcommunity.

Supplemental Information

Minimum Qualifications:

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

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

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications exactly mayapply for equivalency. Equivalency determinations are made througha separate review process in accordance with Districtprocedures.

The Equivalency Committee will consider only thoseapplicants who formally request equivalency consideration bysubmitting the Completed Equivalency Request Form . The form should besubmitted to [e-mail] the application close date. Be sure to attach detailedevidence, such as unofficial transcripts and/or othercertifications that support the equivalency.

If experience is required in lieu of a master’sdegree:

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

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

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

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

Please note, the District’s preferred method of communication withapplicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mailfrequently, 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 iscontingent upon: 1) submission of a current TB test clearance; 2)proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 3) fingerprintclearance; and 4) submission of official transcripts indicatingappropriate degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriateCalifornia Community College credential. 5) receipt of workverification required to meet minimum qualifications (ifapplicable).