Part Time Faculty Interest Pool - Chicano/Latino Studies

PCC Portland Community College; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Oregon Sick Leave

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

PCC Portland Community College is seeking applications for a part-time faculty position in Chicano/Latino Studies. This role requires teaching introductory and/or full-term courses, developing course content, and maintaining communication with students.

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in relevant fields. Benefits may include Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans. This position is eligible for individuals residing in Oregon or Washington.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Chicano/Latino/Hispanic Studies or related field.
• Experience as a lead instructor for college-level courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in Chicano/Latino/Hispanic Studies.
• Develop and deliver course content and assessments.
• Attend faculty meetings and maintain communication with students.

Skills

Teaching experience in Chicano/Latino Studies

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in relevant fields

Graduate credit in Chicano/Latino Studies

Job description

Part‑Time Faculty – Chicano/Latino Studies

Portland Community College is accepting applications for a Part‑Time Faculty Interest Pool in Chicano/Latino Studies. The pool will be reviewed throughout the academic year as course assignment needs arise and may include substitute or full‑term class assignments.

Role Overview

The Department will select candidates from the pool to fulfill instructional assignments in the Chicano/Latino Studies program. Selecting candidates will be based on course availability, faculty needs, and candidate qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned introductory and/or full‑term Chicano/Latino/Hispanic Studies courses.
• Develop and deliver course content, assignments, and assessments in alignment with program learning outcomes.
• Attend faculty meetings and professional development sessions as scheduled.
• Maintain consistent classroom communication with students and the department.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Chicano/Latino/Hispanic Studies, Ethnic Studies, Cultural Studies, American Studies, or Latin American Studies; OR
• Master’s degree in any field plus 30 quarter hours of graduate credit in relevant subjects (Chicano/Latino/Hispanic Studies, Ethnic Studies, Cultural Studies, American Studies, Latin American Studies); OR
• Master’s degree in any field plus 9–15 quarter hours of graduate credit in relevant subjects PLUS experience as lead instructor for at least four introductory college‑level courses; OR
• Master’s degree in any field plus 16–29 quarter hours of graduate credit in relevant subjects PLUS experience as lead instructor for at least two introductory college‑level courses.

Benefits & Compensation

Part‑time faculty may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans. Hourly rates are determined based on the type of course taught (Lecture, Lab, or Lecture/Lab) and start at Step1 of the current salary schedule.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Portland Community College is an equal‑opportunity employer and a member of the Oregon Veterans’ Preference in Public Employment. Applications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.

Eligibility

The position is limited to individuals residing in Oregon or Washington and who can establish residence in either state. PCC does not sponsor visas for employment.