Part-Time, Faculty - English

Allan Hancock College; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 77,779 - 119,079; Part time

Job summary

Allan Hancock College in California is seeking part-time faculty for in-person instructional vacancies, with possible assignments at various campuses. The successful candidate will provide instruction, maintain curriculum standards, and support historically underrepresented students through collaborative programs.

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in English or a related field, or a Bachelor’s degree plus a Master’s in a relevant specialization. The position offers a salary ranging from $56.46 to $86.44 per hour, based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support marginalized students.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Professional conduct and ethics

Subject matter expertise

Record maintenance

Education

Master's in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition

Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in related field or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The English department at Allan Hancock College is seeking applications to develop a qualified pool of part‑time faculty for in‑person instructional vacancies. The assignment may include classes at the Santa Maria campus, Lompoc Valley Center, or other college sites, as needed. Positions may be available during the Fall and Spring semesters, or summer session.

At Allan Hancock College, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees, and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences, and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Hancock’s values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Hancock’s commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. Allan Hancock College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Essential Functions and Qualifications

• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
• Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part‑time/temporary faculty member.
• Teach all scheduled classes.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Assignments may include day, evening, or weekend classes.

Collaborating with faculty and campus staff in developing and implementing programs or initiatives designed to help historically underrepresented, first‑generation, and marginalized students achieve their educational goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition
• OR
• Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a specialization in reading, creative writing or journalism OR the equivalent

Additional Information

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

• A current and complete resume of education and professional experience.
• Transcripts (Copies are acceptable for the application process). Official transcripts are required if hired.

SALARY:

Lecture Rate: $56.46 to $86.44 per hour depending upon education and experience.

Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Allan Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.